Living Rural

“PASS” the Seven-Layer Salad… 

This festive party dip with seven yummy layers can make any occasion a fiesta!

7 Layer Fiesta Dip

2 (8-ounce) packages low-fat cream cheese, softened

2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix (your favorite brand)

2 cups prepared guacamole (make your own or use ready-made)

2 cups tomato-based salsa

2 cups finely shredded iceberg lettuce

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup chopped green onions

2 (2-ounce) cans sliced black olives

1. In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese and seasoning mix. Spread mixture evenly onto the bottom of a 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass dish.
2. Top the seasoned cream cheese with the guacamole, salsa, lettuce, cheese, onions and olives in layers.
3. Serve immediately accompanied with tortilla or corn chips.
4. Refrigerate any remaining dip.

Makes 20 servings.

Cook’s Note: If you like, reduce the recipe ingredients by half and use a 9-inch pie plate or quiche dish for a smaller party. Or DOUBLE recipe for larger gathering!

Nutrition Facts Per Serving (approximately 1/4 cup): 152.3 calories; 69% calories from fat; 12.0g total fat; 25.3mg cholesterol; 372.3mg sodium; 206.9mg potassium; 5.5g carbohydrates; 1.1g fiber; 0.7g sugar; 4.5g net carbs; 6.3g protein.

“PASS” the Beer Cheese Spread…

Beer Cheese Spread

4 cups (16-ounces) shredded mild cheddar cheese
4 cups (16-ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 (12-ounce) can beer, at room temperature

1. In a mixing bowl
   

   , combine the cheeses with garlic; set aside to soften to room temperature.

2. Add the Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, mustard, hot pepper sauce, and enough beer to make a spreadable mixture.
3. Place in a crock or serving dish; cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight before serving. Serve with an assortment of crackers, chips or crudites.

Makes about 8 cups.

Note: You’ll get the best results if you refrigerate the finished spread for several days to give the flavors more time to blend.
Both recipes are S.U.P.E.R.  BOWL fantastic!

Enjoy!

Remember… “Y’all come back, ya’ hear!”