Bean Dip

If you know my husband at all, you know he LOVES chips. Add some dip and he can seriously make a meal out of it. We have been making this dip since before we were married. It was in a recipe book that his mother, sisters and sister-in-laws had put together for him when he was still single. There are lots of great recipes in it and almost all of them still make it to our table from time to time. It's pretty simple, but the flavors are fantastic. Kids and adults will ask for more!

 Here's how we make it...

2 cans bean dip, found in the chip isle at most grocery stores

1 package taco seasoning

1/2 cup mayonnaise, I use light

16 oz sour cream, I use light

2 large tomatoes, diced

4 green onions, chopped

2 tablespoons black olives, I like the ones that are already chopped

2 cups grated cheddar cheese

Spread bean dip evenly on bottom of a 9X13 inch glass dish, or any pretty dish if you are sharing and want to make it a little more special.

Mix taco seasoning, mayo, and sour cream in a small mixing bowl.

Spread mayo mixture over bean dip in glass dish.

Sprinkle cheddar cheese over mayo mixture. 

Sprinkle with tomatoes, green onions, and black olives.

DIG IN!!

Store in refrigerator till ready to serve.  

We like to serve this with Fritos scoops, or bite size Tostitos. 

*You could also add a layer of homemade or store bought guacamole.

 

 

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Roasted Veggie Omelette

I am on a roasted veggie "kick"

Here's what you need to make your own:

2 eggs, one whole and one just the white

roasted veggies of your choice, today I used broccoli, peppers, and grape tomatoes

salt and pepper

cheese, I left this out, but it could certainly be added if you like

Start by whisking one whole egg and one egg white.

Pour into a large skillet, I use my electric skillet., and I sprayed the skillet with non-stick spray.   Using a spatula or back of a spoon, spread eggs thin.

Allow eggs to cook till almost set.

Salt and pepper your omelet then add your roasted veggies. 

Fold omelet over from each side to form, well... an omelet.

Allow to cook just a half minute or so more to make sure eggs are fully cooked.

 

Serve it up with a little salsa if you like.Yum-O!

This is a great little lunch during lent. But really you could serve it at any meal. 

Try it, you'll like it!