Ingredients

  • 1 (16 oz.) can refried beans
  • 2 Tbsp. jalapeno peppers
  • 10 oz. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 pkg. taco seasoning
  • 2 chopped ripe avocados, mixed with lemon juice (1 lemon)
  • 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1 (10 1/2 oz.) can bean dip
  • 10 oz. Monterey Jack cheese, grated
  • 2 c. sour cream
  • 1 (8 oz.) bottle picante sauce
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 (4 oz.) can black olives, chopped

Method

  • In a 2-quart oblong casserole dish, spread the refried beans, jalapeno peppers and bean dip.
  • Sprinkle on the cheeses.
  • Mix sour cream and taco seasoning and smooth on top of cheeses.
  • Gently pour the picante sauce over all.
  • (Recipe can be made ahead of time up to this point.)
  • Layer avocados, onions, tomatoes and black olives on top of casserole.
  • Serve with spoon for dipping onto tortilla chips.