Layered Mexican Dip
Servings: 12
1/2 can (14oz) refried beans
¾ cup sour cream
1 avocado
1/3 finely chopped onion
1tbsp lime juice
¼ tsp hot pepper (chili) flakes (Optional)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tomato chopped
1/3 cup diced green onions
1/3 cup black olives
¾ cup sour cream
1 avocado
1/3 finely chopped onion
1tbsp lime juice
¼ tsp hot pepper (chili) flakes (Optional)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tomato chopped
1/3 cup diced green onions
1/3 cup black olives
Preparation:
In bowl, stir together refried beans and half of the sour cream…spread in 12-inch (30 cm) round serving dish that is at least 1-1/2 inches (4 cm) deep.
Peel and pit avocado. In bowl, mash together avocados, onion, lime juice, hot pepper flakes, the remaining sour cream; spread over refried bean layer. Top with any remaining sour cream.
In bowl, stir together refried beans and half of the sour cream…spread in 12-inch (30 cm) round serving dish that is at least 1-1/2 inches (4 cm) deep.
Peel and pit avocado. In bowl, mash together avocados, onion, lime juice, hot pepper flakes, the remaining sour cream; spread over refried bean layer. Top with any remaining sour cream.
Starting at outside, garnish with concentric rings of cheese, tomatoes, green onions and olives. (Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.)
Additional Information
• Tip: If avocados need ripening, place them in a paper bag and let stand at room temperature for 2 to 3 days.
• Tip: If avocados need ripening, place them in a paper bag and let stand at room temperature for 2 to 3 days.
Huevos Mexicanos (spicy scrambled eggs)
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Serves: 4
Ingredients
2oz butter
1 onion, sliced
1 or 2 chilies, de-seeded and finely chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
8 eggs beaten with salt to taste
1 onion, sliced
1 or 2 chilies, de-seeded and finely chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
8 eggs beaten with salt to taste
Instructions
1. Fry the onions and chili in the butter over a moderate heat for 3 minutes until soft but not coloured.
2. Add the tomato and continue cooking for a few minutes until most of the juices have evaporated.
3. Add the eggs and stir continuously until scrambled to your taste.
2. Add the tomato and continue cooking for a few minutes until most of the juices have evaporated.
3. Add the eggs and stir continuously until scrambled to your taste.
Bean Burritos Recipe:
You can either make these burritos yourself or put the ingredients on the table and let everyone build their own.
Serves 6 (takes 15mins)
Ingredients:
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6 - 10-inch flour tortillas
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2 c refried beans (canned ok) or (you could even sub in or add avocado)
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1 c cheddar grated (optional)
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1-2 c lettuce, finely shredded
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2-3 tomatoes, finely diced
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diced onion (optional)
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sour cream
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salsa
Instructions:
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Add a bit of water to beans and heat on the stove, stirring occasionally.
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If allowing everyone to make their own burritos, place each ingredient in its own bowl with a spoon and set on the table along with the plate of tortillas.
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To make the burrito, spread beans down the center of a tortilla and, sprinkle with cheese and vegetables. Roll up and eat.
Enjoy! Seven Shores Urban Market & Cafe