Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 16 ounces refried beans
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 ounce Taco Seasoning (2 tbsp)
  • 16 ounce chunky salsa
  • 8 ounce white cheddar cheese (divided)
  • 2 medium tomatoes (diced)
  • 16 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
  • tortilla chips for serving

Instruction

  • Heat refried beans until warm. Spread in the bottom of a 9 x 13 dish into an even layer to the edges of the dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix the sour cream with taco seasoning until well combined. Spread into a smooth layer over the refried beans.
  • Drop tablespoons of salsa over sour cream, using the back of a spoon to spread out salsa evenly. (If salsa has excess liquid, strain excess before using).
  • Cut 3 thin slices of cheese off cheddar block. Use mini star cutter to make stars to decorate the dip. Set aside.
  • Shred remainder of cheese block. Sprinkle shredded cheddar over salsa in an even layer. 
  • Dice tomatoes and place on top of cheese to form stripes.
  • Place black beans in top corner of dish, and decorate with star-shaped cheese.
  • Serve with tortilla chips, crackers or veggies.