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A smooth, tangy blend that mixes ranch with southwest flavors for a crowd-pleasing party snack.
I've taken this to so many parties and the bowl always gets scraped clean first.
Key Ingredients Breakdown
- Cream Cheese: Use full-fat at room temp for best results
- Fire-Roasted Corn: Gives a smoky undertone
- Green Chiles: Pick mild or spicy based on your taste
- Ranch Mix: A new packet works best
- Sour Cream: Stick with full-fat for creamiest outcome
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Base Preparation (5 minutes):
- Get cream cheese to room temp completely. Whip until smooth. Make sure there aren't any chunks before you mix in other stuff.
- Mixing Components (5 minutes):
- Make sure canned items are well drained. Put ingredients in bit by bit. Stir completely between each addition.
- Adding Final Ingredients (5 minutes):
- Mix cheese in at the end. Wipe down the sides of bowl fully. Taste and fix seasoning. Cover well.
- Chilling (2-3 hours):
- Don't skip the full cooling time for flavors to come together. Keep tightly wrapped. Store away from foods with strong smells.
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I love adding chopped jalapeños to mine for some kick. The creamy cheese base takes the edge off the heat perfectly.
Temperature Advice
Take it out 30 minutes before guests arrive.
Planning Ahead
You can make this up to 2 days early.
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Serving Suggestions
Hot tortilla chips go really well with this cold dip.
This dip has turned into my go-to party contribution. The trick is good quality stuff and plenty of time in the fridge.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → How early can I prep this?
- You can make it a day ahead. Store it in the fridge and give it a good stir before eating.
- → Can lighter ingredients be used?
- Sure! Swap in light cream cheese or sour cream. It won't be as rich but still tasty.
- → What’s the story behind the name?
- It’s popular as a snack on lakes and boats—hence the name!
- → How can I make it mild?
- Use the mild version of Rotel and leave out the green chiles for a gentler flavor.
- → What works best for dipping?
- Tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or even pita chips are awesome options.