7 layer dip

Quick Look_______________

Here's an easy recipe that's perfect for post-Bible study snacks. It goes well with those huge $3 bags of tortilla chips at Costco and is an effective way to eat up extra tortilla chips before they get stale.

• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Cook time: 0 minutes
• Difficulty: Very easy
• Labor Intensity: You may want 1-2 people to help
• 20 servings, adjust by 1.5x if your group tends to eat multiple servings.

Ingredients_______________

• 1 ounce package taco seasoning mix (about $1-2 at safeway)
• 16 ounce can refried beans (about $2-3)
• 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened (about $2-3)
• 16 ounce container sour cream (about $3-4)
• 16 ounce jar salsa (about $3)
• 2-3 large tomato (under $1)
• 1 bunch green onions (under $1)
• 6 ounce can sliced black olives (a few $)
• 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (about 8oz, $2-3)
• 3 avocados (optional, usually expensive)
• Total: about $20.00

Directions_______________

• Pour the beans on a 13x9 baking tray
• [optional] cut avocado and mash. Add a dash of salt and pepper. Spread on top of bean layer
• Mix the cream cheese and sour cream in a bowl. Add the taco seasoning and mix together.
• Spread seasoned cream on top of the beans.
• Add a layer of salsa.
• Chop tomato and add a layer on top
• Chop green onions and sprinkle on top
• Drain and sprinkle black olives over the pan
• Top with Cheddar cheese.

Tom's Tips and Tricks_______________

You can add the 7 layers in any order you wish. If you want to double the recipe, you can use a large aluminum tray instead.

[Possible side dish] Serve with tortilla chips.