Ingredients

16ozTraditional Refried Beans,1 can

¼cupwater

2tsptaco seasoning mix

½cupCheddar cheese,grated

½cupMonterey Jack cheese,grated

2large avocados,ripe

½lime,juiced

¼tsponion powder

¼tspgarlic powder

½cupsour cream

5slicesbacon,cooked and crumbled

½cupblack olives,sliced

1large Roma tomato,diced

2green onions,chopped

2tbspcilantro,chopped

black pepper,freshly ground, to taste

Tortilla chips,for serving

Preparation

In a medium mixing bowl, combine refried beans, water, and taco seasoning. Stir the mixture until well combined.

Spread bean mixture evenly into the bottom of a small casserole dish. Sprinkle beans evenly with both grated cheeses.

Peel and mash avocados with a fork, blend in lime juice, onion powder and garlic powder. Spread guacamole mixture evenly over cheese in casserole dish.

Dollop sour cream over guacamole and spread evenly. Sprinkle bacon next, followed by tomatoes and olives.

Garnish lastly with green onions and chopped cilantro. Season with fresh ground pepper over top to taste.

Serve with tortilla chips and store dip covered, in the refrigerator.