Ultimate Seven Layer Dip Food

ULTIMATE SEVEN LAYER DIP

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, jalapenos, cilantro, minced scallions and 2 tablespoons lime juice in medium bowl.
• Stir in 1/8 teaspoon salt.
• Let stand until tomatoes begin to soften, about 30 minutes.
• Strain mixture into bowl and discard liquid.
• Pulse the black beans, garlic, remaining lime juice (except that for the guacamole)and remaining salt (ditto)in food processor until mixture resembles chunky paste.
• Transfer to bowl and wipe out food processor.
• Pulse sour cream and 2 1/2 cups cheese until smooth.
• Transfer to separate bowl.
• Spread bean mixture evenly over bottom of 8 oz. square clear glass baking dish or 1 quart glass bowl.
• Spread sour cream mixture evenly over bean layer, and sprinkle evenly with remaining cheese.
• Mash 3 avocados with lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
• Spread guacamole over cheese and top with tomato mixture.
• Sprinkle with sliced scallions and serve with tortilla chips.
• Dip can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
• Let dip stand at room temperature before serving.
• Note: For a crowd, double the recipe and serve in 13 x 9 inch clear glass baking dish.

ULTIMATE 7 LAYER DIP

Steps:

• For the guacamole layer, first, in a small bowl, combine the white parts of the green onions, jalapeno, garlic and lime juice. Let sit for 30 minutes or while putting the other layers together.
• For the bean layer, pulse black beans, garlic, 2 teaspoons lime juice, chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor until mixture resembles a chunky paste. Transfer to a glass 8X8 or 9X9-inch dish or similar sized bowl, spreading into an even layer.
• For the sour cream layer, quickly rinse and wipe out the food processor and pulse the sour cream, 1 cup pepper jack cheese cheese and 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese until smooth. Dollop the sour cream mixture on top of the black bean layer, smoothing to the edges in an even layer.
• Sprinkle evenly with another one cup each of both cheeses.
• For the guacamole, add two-thirds of the avocado chunks to the bowl with the jalapeno mixture and mash with a potato masher until smooth. Gently fold remaining avocado into mashed avocado mixture. Gently stir in the green parts of the green onions and the cilantro. Season with salt. Spread the guacamole over the cheese layer.
• For the tomato layer, in a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, jalapeno, cilantro, minced green onions, and lime juice. Stir in salt. Strain mixture through a colander or use a slotted spoon to cover guacamole layer with the tomatoes. Discard the liquid.
• Spread guacamole over cheese and top with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with additional sliced green onions, if desired, and serve with tortilla chips.
• The dip can be tightly covered and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

FIESTA 7 LAYER DIP

Steps:

• 1. Reserve 1/2 cup drained tomatoes; set aside. Blend remaining tomatoes and reserved liquid with beans in medium bowl.
• 2. Spread bean mixture in 8x8-inch glass baking dish or round casserole dish. Top with guacamole.
• 3. Blend together sour cream and seasoning mix in small bowl. Spread over guacamole. Top evenly with layers of cheese, olives, green onions and reserved tomatoes. Chill 2 hours prior to serving. Serve with tortilla chips, if desired.

ULTIMATE 7-LAYER DIP

Steps:

• Mix beans and seasoning mix until blended; spread onto bottom of pie plate.
• Top with layers of remaining ingredients.
• Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.

ULTIMATE "7- LAYER" DIP

Steps:

• Mix sour cream and taco seasoning together in bowl, and set aside.
• In a large shallow pan, evenly spread: refried beans, sour cream mixture, guacamole, and salsa (in that order). Next, top with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and olives.
• Chill for 1/2 hour. Serve with tortilla chips.

ULTIMATE 7 LAYER DIP

Steps:

• Mix beans and taco seasoning mix. Spread onto bottom of 9-inch pie plate or quiche dish.
• Layer all remaining ingredients except chips over bean mixture; cover. Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.
• Serve with chips.
• Dip can be stored, tightly covered, in the refrigerator up to 2 days.

SEVEN LAYER DIP

Steps:

• Mix beans, chiles, 1 Tb. of lime juice, chili powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. In a second small bowl, mash avocados with a fork; stir in remaining 2 Tbs. lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to make guacamole. In a third small bowl, mix sour cream and mayonnaise.
• Spread bean mixture, then guacamole, then sour cream mixture, and finally salsa over the bottom of a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate or similar size pan. Sprinkle with olives, then cheese. (Dip can be covered and refrigerated up to 2 days) To serve, sprinkle with green onions.