Boat Dip Rotel Ranch (Print Version)

Creamy dip with Rotel tomatoes, ranch seasoning, and cheddar cheese. Great for snacking or gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dip Base

01 - 1 can (10 oz) diced Rotel tomatoes, drained
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1 packet ranch seasoning mix

→ Add-ins

06 - 0.25 cup finely diced jalapeños (optional)
07 - 0.25 cup chopped green onions
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

→ For Serving

09 - Tortilla chips or crackers

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, softened cream cheese, and ranch seasoning mix. Mix thoroughly until the texture is completely smooth and uniform.
02 - Fold in the drained Rotel tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, and chopped green onions, blending until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
03 - Cover the dip and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
04 - Prior to serving, stir the dip well and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Present with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks as an accompaniment.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses ingredients commonly found in most pantries and fridges
  • The whole thing comes together in about ten minutes with no need to turn on the oven
  • Customizable spice level to suit any crowd
  • Always a hit at parties and even picky kids will go back for seconds
02 -
  • High in flavor low on effort
  • Perfect for make ahead so you are free to enjoy your guests
  • Stays creamy and scoopable for hours on the snack table
03 -
  • Soften cream cheese thoroughly to avoid small lumps use the paddle beater of a stand mixer if you want it ultra fluffy
  • Drain Rotel tomatoes very well to prevent watery dip use a fine mesh strainer and press gently with the back of a spoon
  • Always let the flavors meld in the fridge at least thirty minutes before serving Trust me the pause is worth it
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