Seven Layer Taco Dip

A personal favourite of mine at parties is taco dip. New Year's Eve was actually the first time I've ever made one and it turned out great - everyone loved it.

I found the recipe on allrecipes.com and used a few of the reviews from the site to make the final product. The best part about a taco dip is that you can alter the layers to suit your preferences. I made it with a refried bean base and served salsa on the side. Next time I will leave out the refried beans and add the salsa to the dip. Another option to try is a fried ground beef base.

• Layer 1: Refried Beans
• Blend half a package of taco seasoning mix and a can of refried beans. Spread the mixture onto a large serving platter (I used a 13x9 dish)
• Layer 2: Sour Cream Mixture
• Mix a 250 g package cream cheese and 500 mL container sour cream with half a package of taco seasoning mix. Spread over the refried beans.
  ** Fat-free and non-fat varieties of the cream cheese and sour cream are an option to lower the fat and calories in the dip
• Layer 3: Guacamole
• See recipe below
• Layer 4: Salsa
• I would suggest a mild chunky salsa.
• Layer 5: Chopped Tomatoes, Red Onion, Green Onion
• Layer 6: Sliced Black Olives
• Layer 7: Tex Mex Shredded Cheese

The dip can be served cold, or you can put it in the oven at 350 for about 30 minutes.

Guacamole

    Ingredients:

• 2 avocados
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 3 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 lime, juiced
• Olive oil
• White vinegar
• 1 tbsp sour cream
• salt and pepper, to taste

    Directions:

1. Pit, peel and mash avocados. Sir in red and green onion, garlic, lime juice, a splash of olive oil, a capful of white vinegar, sour cream, and salt and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.