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Seven-Layer Dip

A colourful party dip layered with refried beans, cheese, seasoned beef, sour cream, guacamole and salsa.

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A colourful party dip layered with refried beans, cheese, seasoned beef, sour cream, guacamole and salsa.

10 min
Prep time
10 min
Cook time
20 min
Total time
1 x 9-by-13-inch dish, about 16 servings
Yield

Ingredients

9 ingredients
  • 1 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
  • 4 cups shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend, divided
  • 1 (8 oz) container sour cream
  • 1 cup guacamole
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 (2.25 oz) can black olives, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions

Method

11 steps
  1. Cook the ground beef in a large frying pan over medium heat until completely browned.
  2. Drain away the excess fat and leave the beef to cool to room temperature.
  3. Spread the refried beans evenly across the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch serving dish.
  4. Sprinkle 2 cups of the shredded cheese over the beans.
  5. Spread the cooled ground beef evenly over the cheese.
  6. Carefully spread the sour cream over the beef.
  7. Spread the guacamole over the sour cream.
  8. Spoon the salsa evenly over the guacamole.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese over the salsa.
  10. Finish with the chopped black olives, tomatoes and green onions.
  11. Serve immediately at room temperature or cover and refrigerate until needed.
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Recipe notes

Helpful tips

  • Cool the cooked beef before layering it over the cheese.
  • Spread each layer gently so the layers remain distinct.
  • Serve at room temperature or refrigerate until shortly before serving.

Equipment

  • Large frying pan
  • 9-by-13-inch serving dish
  • Wooden spoon
  • Chopping board
  • Sharp knife

Storage

Cover and refrigerate promptly. Eat within 2 days because the guacamole and fresh toppings deteriorate quickly.

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