Festive Bean Spread

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. Your guests will be asking for the recipe, so keep it handy ! The two cheeses can be substituted with one 3-cup package shredded taco cheese.

• Calories: 170 Calories

Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 pint sour cream
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Recipe Instructions

Step 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 inch thick.

Step 2

Second (middle) layer: mix together sour cream and taco seasoning, and spread over bean layer.

Step 3

Third (top) layer: sprinkle the cheese on first, then top with chopped tomatoes and green onions.

Step 4

Cover with plastic wrap, and chill for about an hour. Serve cold with tortilla chips.