Cheesy Beef and Bean Dip
1 lb ground beef
1 clove minced garlic
1 16 oz can refried beans
1 4oz can diced green chili's
2 cups salsa
1 8oz package cream cheese, cut into cubes
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Tortilla chips
Brown the ground beef with garlic. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Drain
In a 3 quart casserole dish layer 1/2 the ground beef, 1/2 can beans, 1/2 can green chili's, 1 cup salsa, 1/2 package cream cheese cubes, 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese.
Repeat layers, Cover and bake in a preheated oven at 375 for about 30-40 minutes or until melted and bubbly.
Serve hot with tortilla chips.
Note: I like to add a few teaspoons of diced jalapenos with the Chile's for added spice.