Saturday, February 7, 2009

tex mex dip


This recipe comes from my mother-in-law and is a staple at family gatherings. It is a variation on the classic 7 layer dip and a definite crowd pleaser! Neither Jon or I are fans of black olives, so I leave them out when making it just for our family.

3 medium avocados
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Mash avocados with lemon juice, salt and pepper. Set aside.

1 cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
1 package taco seasoning mix

Combine sour cream, mayonnaise and taco seasoning mix. Set aside.

1 can refried beans
sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
black olives, sliced
tomatoes, diced
green onions, sliced

On a serving platter layer beans, avocados, sour cream mixture, cheese, olives, tomatoes, and green onions. Serve with tortilla chips.