Ultimate Bean Dip (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Dip
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2 cans (15 oz each) refried beans
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1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sour cream
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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½ teaspoon ground cumin
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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½ cup salsa or diced tomatoes with green chilies
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1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies (optional)
→ For Garnish
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2 tablespoons chopped green onions
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¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
# Let's Cook!:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or a similar-sized oven-safe dish.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the refried beans, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and cumin. Stir until smooth and well combined.
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Spread the bean mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour salsa or diced tomatoes over the top. Sprinkle a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
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Place the dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions, sliced black olives, and chopped cilantro.
# Cook's Notes:
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For extra spice, use hot salsa or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dip mixture.
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Serve with tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or toasted bread for dipping.
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You can make this dip ahead of time and refrigerate it before baking. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if starting from cold.