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7-Layer Dip Recipe
Ingredients
Yield : 10-12 SERVINGS
BEAN LAYER:
- 30-ounce can (about 3 1/2 cups) refried beans (see note)
- 1/2 cup green or red salsa
GUACAMOLE Layer
- 3-4 medium ripe avocados
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
- salt and pepper to taste
SOUR CREAM LAYER:
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- pinch of black pepper
OTHER LAYERS:
- 1 1/2 cups finely shredded Mexican blend cheese (monterey jack + cheddar)
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup sliced olives
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions or chives
Method
- Bean layer – mix the refried beans and salsa together until creamy and smooth
- Evenly spread in a 9X13-inch (or slightly smaller) dish
- Guacamole – mash the avocados, lime juice, cilantro and salt and pepper together until desired consistency
- Spread the guacamole evenly over the refried beans
- Sour cream layer – stir together the sour cream and all the seasonings until smooth and evenly combined
- Spread evenly over the guacamole, covering completely all the way to the edges so the guacamole doesn’t turn brown
- Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the sour cream followed by the tomatoes, olives, and green onions (or chives)
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve
- The dip can be made 8-12 hours in advance
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