This Hot Cheesy 7-Layer Dip is the perfect tailgating recipe for any game day, especially when you make it in the Gourmet Grillware Casserole / Baker dish by Wilton Armetale.
We are gearing up for March Madness. Mr. Flavor Mosaic always like to tease me and tell me there are 250 basketball games on this week. If he could, he would watch every one of them. Thank goodness our cable does not get all of them. Don’t worry, we he will be watching his fair share.
I will be sure to have plenty of game day grub available for him and any friends and family who will be watching the March Madness with him.
Normally in March we have some beautiful weather in Southeast Texas. However, the cold winter this year has extended into March, which is unusual for us. Normally we would be grilling outside in the nice weather.
However, thanks to the versatility of the Gourmet Grillware by Wilton Armetale, it is not a problem if grilling is not an option.
Wilton Armetale sent me this beautiful casserole/baker dish, that is part of their gourmet grillware collection, to try out. Isn’t it gorgeous? And it is so versatile. It can go from the freezer, to the grill or in the oven, and to the serving table, and then to the refrigerator with no problem.
Due to cold, rainy weather, I baked the Hot, Cheesy 7-Layer Dip in the oven, and served the dip right out of the casserole/baker dish. The casserole/baker dish makes it easy to make, freeze, bake or grill, and serve all in one dish. Then if you have any leftovers, just cover it with foil or plastic wrap and put it in the refrigerator. I LOVE one dish recipes!
And one of my favorite things, and one of Mr. Flavor Mosaic’s since he often does dishes, is the easy clean up. The food did not stick, and cleaning was a breeze. I love that, especially since it is not dishwasher safe. But that was not a problem since it cleaned up so easily.
Since I had this gorgeous Gourmet Grillware casserole dish, I had to choose an outstanding recipe to go in it. One of the most popular appetizers at any party is a 7-layer dip. However, I wanted to make a hot 7-layer dip. Oh my. It was so cheesy, creamy, spicy, flavorful and delicious. Serve it with some corn chips, tortilla chips, or toast, and it is almost a meal.
For the first layer I make a spicy bean dip. You could use store-bought, but I think this is so much more flavorful and you don’t have to worry about any artificial additives or preservatives. And if you have a food processor, it takes just a few minutes to make.
Then, of course, there is lots of cheese. The next layer is a creamy spicy layer with cream cheese and sour cream, followed by what else, another layer of cheese. Then by a mixture of spiced ground beef and italian sausage, topped with pico de gallo, and a final layer of cheese. It is pure cheesy decadence.
- 2 (14 oz) cans of pinto beans, drained, rinsed
- ½ small onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1-1/2 teaspoons taco seasoning
- 8 oz grated Mexican Blend shredded cheese (can use low fat cheese)
- 8 oz cream cheese (I use ⅓ less fat)
- 8 oz sour cream (I use light sour cream)
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
- 8 oz grated Mexican Blend shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ lb lean ground beef
- ½ lb bulk italian sausage
- 1-1/2 tablespoons (or ½ packet) taco seasoning
- 1 cup Pico De Gallo, drained
- 4 oz. Mexican Blend cheese, grated
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- To prepare the first layer, place everything in a blender, blend well and set aside.
- To prepare ingredients for 5th layer, in a large skillet over medium heat add about 1 tablespoon of oil, add the ground beef and italian sausage, Sprinkle with taco seasoning, and cook until it is no longer pink.
- While that is cooking, make the 3rd layer by combining cream cheese, sour cream, 1 tablespoon taco seasoning, and chopped jalapeños in a medium sized bowl. Set aside.
- Assemble the dip in the above order as ingredients are listed.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes.
- Garnish with green onions, and cilantro. Serve with Tortilla Chips or corn chips.
Are you ready to make this Hot, Cheesy 7-layer dip? Wait, you need a Gourmet Grillware Casserole / Baker too! Thankfully, Wilton Armetale has generously provided one for a giveaway! Whoohoo! You have a chance to win a beautiful casserole / baker dish valued at almost $60.
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- Giveaway ends March 22st at 11:59 PM EST.
- Open to Residents of the US only.
- Prizes cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
- Winner will be selected by Random and be notified by email and will have 48 hours to respond before a new winner is selected.
For even more chances to win this fantastic Gourmet Grillware Casserole / Baker too by Wilton Armetale, and get more mouthwatering recipes to make in them, visit two of my favorite bloggers:
The Life and Loves of Grumpy’s Honeybunch’s Smores Brownies – Don’t these look amazing?
Life Tastes Good’s Deep Dish Thick Crust Pizza – I want a slice right now.
(Disclaimer: I received a Gourmet Grillware Casserole / Baker Dish but no compensation from Wilton Armetale Gourmet Grillware in order to develop an original recipe and give an honest review of their product. The opinions expressed, photos (except for photos for links to other blogs) and recipe in this post are my own.)
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This looks so cheesy I could dive in right now! That pan looks great too!!
Thank you Renee! We really enjoyed that dip, and the casserole dish will be used very often.
I would make deep dish pizza.
Yum! Doesn’t that pizza look amazing! Good Luck!
Grumpy is not big on Mexican food, but a dip like this is something I know he would eat! I love how versatile this pan is!
Hi Shelby, we love 7-layer dip down here! This pan is really nice. I will be using it a lot, including for making your Smores Brownies! They look so rich and decadent!
Michele, that cheesy dip looks delicious. I have dips ready and those pics make me feel like I could dive right in through my ‘puter screen! Great post!!
Thanks Marion. Your pizza is on the list to try!
This pan looks wonder and what a great recipe to try in it.
Thanks Susan. I was really quite impressed with how nice this pan was. It will get a lot of use.
What a tasty looking dip! Attractive pans that can go from oven to table (or in front of the TV 😉 ) are hard to find. I love the casual rustic look it has.
Hi Sandra, thank you for the nice comments. I love both the dish and the dip! I was so pleased when I received it that it is a truly nice high quality casserole dish. It will be used a lot.
Yum! I make something similar, but I bet the Italian Sausage really adds something special. Wish I had a pan of that right now!
Hi Staci, you can’t go wrong with this 7-layer dip. It is great for a party or potluck. I hope you entered! It is a really nice pan.
Your recipe sounds amazingly delicious – I woukd have to try it!! Thanks for the great giveaway!!
Thanks Linda! Thanks for visiting! Good Luck!
Love this pan! I noticed it immediately.
Hi Mary Ellen,
Good Luck! Maybe you can win one! Be sure to visit Shelby’s and Marion’s blogs also for more chances to win the pan.
That pan looks fabulous, as does your dip recipe Michele!
Thanks Kim! Good luck in the giveaway!
That looks fabulous!
Thanks Beckie! Good luck!
I can see myself making all sorts of things in this pan – desserts, dips, and main dishes!
Hi Beckie, This dish is very versatile. It would be great for casseroles, anything.
Michele, this looks like a great pan, something that you could use for a variety of dishes. I’d probably make a casserole of lasagna or maybe some stuffed shells?
Hi shannon. This pan would be great for any of those recipes! Thanks for entering.
I would love to make a deep dish gluten free pizza! Something new to try!
Since the most most used pan in my collection is my 9×13, it would be used for most anything I would like to make or bake, and since our family has a lot of gatherings for special occasions, it would get a lot of use! Thanks for the giveawayy!
I’d make lots of casseroles!
Hi Nora, you could make tons of casseroles. It would be perfect for that. Good luck!
I have a recipe I make/bake called “Taco Bake” that would work perfectly in this pan! With its flavors and layers, this pan would work quite nicely!! My Mother has a roaster made like this and it’s an absolute dream to cook in!!
Hi Paula, it is great for cooking. I am very happy with mine. Good luck!
I just recently discovered Wilton Armetale products while in PA. This pan would be a great addition to my collection and this recipe sounds like a winner!
Thanks Joanne. Aren’t the Wilton Armetale products great! Good luck!
Brownies!
Hi Auntiepatch! Don’t those Smore Brownies look awesome! Good luck!
I would make stuffed shells, with garlic bread on the side.
Tina, that sounds wonderful! Stuffed shells would work great in this pan. Good luck!
I love oven roasted vegetables. But my beloved beets usually means my pan is stained, and I SO look forward to using this incredible grill-ware to handle the job without being ruined. Awesome prize, thank you for offering it!
~Debbie Blanke
Hi Debbie,
Thanks for visiting and commenting. I love oven roasted vegetables, and this would be excellent for that. Honestly I don’t know if beets would stain it or not. However, you could certainly go to the Gourmet Grillware web site, http://www.armetale.com/product-lines/gourmet-grillware.html and ask them.
If I were to win, I would cook my Mother’s chicken and rice casserole.
Hi Alice, that sounds wonderful. Thanks for visiting. Good luck!
I would love to make enchiladas! It is our family’s favorite meal (and birthday request!)
Hi Stephanie, Enchiladas are one of my favorite dishes too. Good luck!
I’d make my enchilada casserole.
Hi Angie, That is one of my favorite dishes. Thank you for visiting. Good luck!
I would literally use it for EVERYTHING!
Love this dish and this recipe! I’d definitely be making various Tex Mex dishes in it. ( from SE Texas too!) Would love to win!
Thanks for the opportunity!
Deb
Love the looks of this awesome pan!
This looks like a great pan. I can think of a couple of dozen things to make in this! I do believe I would start with a pan of rich Holiday Potatoes. YUM.
Penny, I know you could make a million wonderful dishes with that pan. Good luck!
I would make a vegetarian lasagne.
Yum! That sounds wonderful. Good luck!
Enchiladas or lasagna!
Yum! Thank you for commenting! Good luck!
WOOT WOOT !!! I Won!
Thank you so very much!
Congratulations Penny!
I was recently informed that we will be watching every single world cup game this summer. It’s payback for me making him watch all of the Olympics. Luckily, it’s the only sports he really makes me watch. There will be much dip in our lives.