This Southwestern 7 Layer Dip is full of so many layers of flavor from the creamy, slightly spicy base to the kicked up tomatoes to the black beans and corn. Everyone loves this party dip!
1cupCheddar jack cheesefreshly grated (more to taste)
1cupcannedfresh or frozen corn kernels
1cupcanned black beansdrained and rinsed
14.5ouncecan fire roasted tomatoes with green chilesI use Muir Glen or S & W brand
2ouncesSliced olivesdrained
2green onionsthinly sliced for garnish, optional
Tortilla chips for serving
1/4teaspoonsalt
Instructions
In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese with sour cream and taco seasoning. *For best results, beat cream cheese with a hand or stand mixer until fluffy and smooth (no lumps), then stir in sour cream and taco seasoning.
Pour cream cheese mixture into an 2-quart baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula. Layer ingredients as desired: cheese, black beans, tomatoes, corn, olives. Garnish with sliced green onions.
Chill until ready to serve, and serve with tortilla chips for dipping.
Store tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
Amounts of toppings listed are general. Feel free to use more or less to your liking.
If your store doesn't carry the Muir Glen Fire Roasted Tomatoes with green chiles, 2 cans of Rotel, or a combo of 1 can diced tomatoes and 1/2 of a can of green chiles, all drained well, will suffice.