Seven-Layer Dip Recipe Recipe

Name: Seven-Layer Dip Recipe
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups refried beans (about 20 ounces; see Game Plan note); 1/4 cup water; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Kosher salt; 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces); 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (about 2 ounces); 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped Pickled Jalapenos (see Game Plan note); 2 cups Guacamole (see Game Plan note); 1 cup Pico de Gallo (see Game Plan note), drained of excess liquid; 1 cup crema or sour cream; 2 medium scallions, thinly sliced (white and light green parts only); 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro; Tortilla chips, for serving; Hot sauce, for serving (optional; see Game Plan note)

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups refried beans (about 20 ounces; see Game Plan note)
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 2 ounces)
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (about 2 ounces)
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped Pickled Jalapenos (see Game Plan note)
2 cups Guacamole (see Game Plan note)
1 cup Pico de Gallo (see Game Plan note), drained of excess liquid
1 cup crema or sour cream
2 medium scallions, thinly sliced (white and light green parts only)
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips, for serving
Hot sauce, for serving (optional; see Game Plan note)

1
Place the refried beans in a medium saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
2
Add the water and stir until evenly incorporated.
3
Add the chili powder and cumin, stir to combine, and continue to cook until the spices are fragrant, about 2 minutes.
4
Taste and season with salt as needed.
5
Transfer the bean mixture to an 8-by-8-inch serving dish and spread into an even layer.
6
Sprinkle with the cheeses and jalapenos.
7
Using a rubber spatula, drop the guacamole in large dollops over the cheese and jalapenos and spread into an even layer.
8
Spread the pico de gallo in an even layer over the guacamole.
9
Using a clean rubber spatula, drop the crema or sour cream in large dollops over the pico de gallo and spread into an even layer, being careful not to disturb the pico de gallo.
10
Sprinkle with the scallions and cilantro.
11
Serve immediately with tortilla chips and hot sauce (if using).

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups refried beans (about 20 ounces; see Game Plan note), 1/4 cup water, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Seven-Layer Dip Recipe falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Seven-Layer Dip Recipe

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