Posted: January 23 2011 in Dips & Spreads • Recipes

This layered, classic favorite is sure to appease your guest’s palette.

1 can (16oz) refried beans
1 can (4oz) chopped green chiles, drained
1 envelope (1 1/2oz) taco seasoning mix
2 avocados, seeded and peeled
1 tbsp lemon juice
taco sauce to taste
1 cup sour cream
shredded lettuce
1 tomato, chopped
ripe olives, sliced
shredded cheddar cheese
tortilla chips

In a small bowl, mix together the refried beans, chiles and taco seasoning mix; spread over serving platter.  Coarsely mash together avocados, lemon juice, and taco sauce; spread over bean mixture.

Top with sour cream and sprinkle lettuce, tomato, olives and cheese over all.

Serve with tortilla chips.