Spider Web Taco Dip

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For Toppings:

  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • Jalapeño slices (optional, for heat)

For the Spider Web:

  • 1/4 cup sour cream (in a small ziplock bag or piping bag)

For the Spider (Optional):

  • 2 black olives

Kitchen Equipment:

  • 9×13 inch serving dish or pie plate
  • Mixing bowls
  • Rubber spatula
  • Ziplock bag or piping bag for the spider web
  • Tortilla chips for dipping

Directions:

Step 1: Create the Bean Layer

  1. Spread the refried beans evenly across the bottom of your serving dish. This will be the first layer of your dip.

Step 2: Mix the Cream Cheese and Sour Cream

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 1 cup sour cream, and taco seasoning. Use an electric mixer or whisk to beat until smooth and well-combined.
  2. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the refried beans as your second layer.

Step 3: Add the Salsa and Cheese

  1. Evenly spread the salsa over the cream cheese mixture.
  2. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese over the top of the salsa layer.

Step 4: Top with Fresh Ingredients

  1. Scatter the shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sliced black olives, and green onions over the cheese layer. Feel free to add jalapeño slices if you like your dip with a kick.

Step 5: Make the Spider Web

  1. Spoon the extra sour cream into a small ziplock bag or piping bag. Cut off a small tip at the corner of the bag.
  2. Starting in the center of the dip, pipe circles of sour cream, working your way outward.
  3. Use a toothpick or a knife to gently drag lines from the center of the dip outward, creating a spider web design.

Step 6: Add a Spider (Optional)

  1. To create a “spider,” take one whole black olive for the body and half a black olive cut into thin strips for the legs.
  2. Place the spider on the web for a fun, festive touch!

Tips and Tricks:

  1. Make Ahead: You can prepare this dip a few hours ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to serve. Just wait to add the spider web design until right before serving so the sour cream doesn’t smudge.
  2. Customize Your Toppings: Feel free to get creative with your toppings! You can add guacamole, corn, or even extra layers of cheese.
  3. Serving Ideas: Serve with a variety of dippers like tortilla chips, veggie sticks (carrots, bell peppers, and cucumbers work great), or even pita chips.

Storing Leftovers:

This taco dip can be covered and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The veggies might release some moisture over time, so it’s best enjoyed fresh. If you do have leftovers, simply scoop the dip onto a plate and enjoy with chips or use it as a topping for tacos or burritos.

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