Who are you rooting for? Or are you there for all of the fabulous snacks? ;-)
Today I've got a super simple recipe for you to add to your go-to, fail proof recipe repertoire. You know those recipes that are just ridiculously easy to make and you keep going back to it over and over again because of it's simplicity? Well that's what I'm talking about today. I've got a crowd pleasing, ultra cheesy bean dip for you to throw together in a sinch for your party tonight! Seriously, it's that easy. It will take about 5 minutes of assembly and about 30 minutes to bake. Pop that sucker into the oven before your guests are set to arrive and right when that doorbell rings, you'll have the perfect dip to pull warm from the oven and serve up with some crunchy tortilla chips. I'm sure you've already got those on hand!
Listed I have all of the full fat/full calorie ingredients, but this is the perfect recipe to swap regular ingredients out for the reduced fat/fat free/low calorie options!
Give this recipe a try!
Superbowl Bean Dip
print the recipe here
1 can of refried beans (Our favorite is the Rosarita No Fat Traditional Refried Beans)
1 8 oz. package of cream cheese, softened
1 can of chili with beans
1/4 t. cumin
1/4 t. chili powder
1.5 c. cheese blend such as cheddar and monterey jack or Mexican blend
Bag of tortilla chips
Optional toppings for serving
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease a casserole dish with cooking spray.
2. In a small bowl, stir the refried beans and cream cheese until combined.
3. Spread the bean and cheese mixture onto the bottom of the casserole dish in a single layer.
4. Pour the can of chili beans on top of the bean and cheese mixture and spread into an even layer.
5. Sprinkle the top with cumin and chili powder.
6. Top with cheese blend mixture.
7. Bake, uncovered for 25-35 minutes or until the sides are slightly bubbly and the cheese is golden.
8. Serve with additional optional toppings such as chopped jalapenos, cilantro and sour cream.
9. Enjoy with tortilla chips!
