Cattle Ring Dip

🧾 Ingredients

• 500 g ground beef
• 1 small onion (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 can (400 g) refried beans or black beans
• 1 cup salsa (mild or medium)
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1–2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella or Monterey Jack (optional for extra melt)
• Optional toppings: jalapeños, green onions, sour cream

🔥 Instructions

1. Cook the beef
   • Brown ground beef in a pan over medium heat
   • Add onion and garlic, cook until soft
   • Drain excess fat
2. Season it
   • Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper
3. Build the base
   • Mix in refried beans and salsa
   • Let it simmer 3–5 minutes until thick and combined
4. Add cheese
   • Spread mixture into an oven-safe dish or skillet
   • Top generously with shredded cheese
5. Melt & bubble
   • Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10–15 minutes
     or broil 2–3 minutes until bubbly and golden

🥨 How to Serve

• Tortilla chips (classic)
• Nachos
• Soft tortillas
• Even as a burger topping 😄

💡 Tips

• Add hot sauce if you like spice
• Use cream cheese for a richer, smoother dip
• Make it in a slow cooker for parties (stays warm for hours