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Festive Bean Spread




Source of Recipe


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Recipe Introduction


This is a wonderful appetizer; a bean spread with a Mexican taste. It looks very festive with the red and green toppings, and it's easy to put together. The two cheeses can be substituted with one 3-cup package shredded taco cheese.





List of Ingredients



• 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
  
• 1/2 pint of your favorite salsa
  
• 1 tsp cumin
  
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  
• 16 oz sour cream
  
• 1 pkg (1.25 oz) dried taco seasoning
  
• 1 bunch green onions, coarsely chopped
  
• 2 medium ripe tomatoes,c hopped
  
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  






Instructions



1. First (bottom) layer: mix together beans, salsa, cumin, and garlic powder; and spread on large, flat serving dish as a thin layer, maybe 1/2" thick.
   
2. Second (middle) layer: mix together sour cream and taco seasoning, and spread over bean layer.
   
3. Third (top) layer: sprinkle the cheese on first, then top with chopped tomatoes and green onions.
   
4. Cover with plastic wrap; and chill for about an hour. Serve cold with tortilla chips.
   






Final Comments


Makes 1 3-layer dish