Layered Dips
Layered dips are a great appetizer idea for summer (or any!) entertaining. And Santa Barbara Bay makes it sound and look soooo easy! We don’t have Santa Barbara Bay brand dip at my local market, but I think it’s probably safe to try a locally available substitute.
Layered dips can be created using everything from artichoke dip to crabsalad found pre-prepared at your grocery store, so have fun by experimenting with different varieties and combinations. Go Greek by layering spinach dip, feta cheese and olives, served with pita chips. Or stay all-American by pairing ranch dip, diced barbeque chicken and cheddar cheese. But the most popular combination has to be this Tex-Mex inspired five-layer dip, created by following a few easy steps:
— Spread the contents of one 12-ounce container of Santa Barbara Bay Chili Con Queso Dip across the bottom of a clear glass serving dish
— Sprinkle one to two cups grated cheddar cheese over the queso dip
— Follow cheese with a layer of canned diced tomatoes
— Next, add an even layer of sour cream
— Finish with a spread of guacamole and another sprinkle of grated cheese
— For extra elegance, garnish with sliced black olives and chopped green onion
— Serve with your favorite tortilla or corn chips for dippingWhile layered dips are quick and easy to prepare (a MUST for the busy summer host), their elegance and unique tastes are sure to awe your guests. And by combining fresh and prepared ingredients, you’ll add noticeable depth to flavor. The layered presentation is aesthetically pleasing, too, which is key because we all “eat with our eyes” before ever taking a bite. Another layering plus? The combinations are endless, so you’re free to flex those creative muscles.
July 13th, 2007 at 9:05 am
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July 13th, 2007 at 2:33 pm
I had a 7-year-old friend make me a layered bean dip that she saw on a Veggie Tales movie because it made her think of me since she knew I didn’t eat meat. She even knew to leave off the cheese and sour cream for me! It was so cute!!