Recipe By : TASTE OF HOME - FEB/MARCH 1996
Serving Size : 16 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Appetizers

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 8 ounce cream cheese -- softened
1 cup sour cream
8 our taco sauce or salsa
2 teaspoons ground cumin
15 ounces refried beans
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium tomato -- diced
1/4 cup ripe olives -- chopped
1/4 cup canned green chilies -- chopped
tortilla chips

In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in taco sauce and cumin; set aside. Spread the refried beans over the bottom of a serving platter or 13x9x2" dish. Spread cream cheese mixture over the beans,leaving about 1" uncovered around the edges. Top with layers of lettuce, cheese, tomato, olives and chilies. Serve with tortilla chips. Yield: 16-20 servings.