Cheesy Bean Dip in an Edible Green Bowl Recipe

Name: Cheesy Bean Dip in an Edible Green Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can refried beans; 1 tablespoon milk; ½ cup shredded cheese, preferably a jack & cheddar mixture; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 garlic clove, minced; ¼ cup sour cream; 2 green bell peppers, cut in half with seeds removed; 24 carrot sticks; 6 (6 inch) corn tortillas; nonstick cooking spray

Servings: persons

1 (15 ounce) can refried beans
1 tablespoon milk
½ cup shredded cheese, preferably a jack & cheddar mixture
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ cup sour cream
2 green bell peppers, cut in half with seeds removed
24 carrot sticks
6 (6 inch) corn tortillas
nonstick cooking spray

1
Cut Corn Tortillas into quarters.
2
Place on a baking sheet.
3
Spray with non-stick cooking spray and season with a little salt and pepper.
4
Bake in a 375 degree oven for about 8 minutes, or until crisp.
5
In a sauce pan, bring beans, garlic, milk, sour cream, salt and pepper up to a simmer on medium heat.
6
Add 1/4 cup cheese.
7
Stir and continue to heat until cheese is melted and ingredients are blended.
8
Scoop mixture into the Bell Pepper Bowls.
9
Top with the remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
10
Place in 375 degree oven for just 3-5 minutes, until cheese melts.
11
Serve with carrot sticks, tortilla chips, and any other dippers that your kids like.
12
Mine sometimes uses pretzels, Red Bell Pepper slices, or even french fries.

548

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15 ounce) can refried beans, 1 tablespoon milk, ½ cup shredded cheese, preferably a jack & cheddar mixture, 2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Bean Dip in an Edible Green Bowl falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Cheesy Bean Dip in an Edible Green Bowl

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