Most of my favorite recipes come from an America’s Test Kitchen cookbook, and this is no exception. This Ultimate Seven-Layer Dip will knock your socks off.
Ultimate Seven-Layer Dip from Cook’s Country Best Potluck Recipes
BEAN LAYER
1 – 15.5 oz. can black beans, drained but not rinsed
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 t. chili powder
2 t. lime juice
1/8 t. salt
Pulse black beans, garlic, lime juice, chili powder, and salt in a food processor until mixture resembles a chunky paste. Transfer to bowl.
SOUR CREAM LAYER
1 1/2 c. sour cream
2 1/2 c. pepper Jack cheese
Pulse sour cream and cheese until smooth. Layer on top of beans and sprinkle remaining 1 1/2 c. cheese.
AVOCADO LAYER
3 ripe avocados
3 T. lime juice
1/2 t. salt
Combine ingredients and mash until smooth. Layer on top of cheese.
SALSA LAYER
4 large tomatoes, cored, seeded, and chopped fine
2 jalapeno chiles, seeded and minced
3 T. chopped fresh cilantro
2 T. lime juice
6 scallions, 2 minced and 4 with green parts sliced thin (white parts discarded)
1/8 t. salt
Combine tomatoes, jalapenos, cilantro, minced scallions, and lime juice. Stir in salt. Layer on top of avocado and sprinkle sliced scallions over the top.
Let sit at room temperature 1 hour before serving. Refrigerate for up to 1 day.
Sooooo good – ENJOY!
I am now looking for a reason to make and eat this. YUM! I have never even seen this recipe in the cookbook.
Oh yum! I just printed this recipe–thanks for sharing.
I like ATK and usually have great results with their recipes. They may be a bit more work–and dirty up every pot, pan, and utensil in the kitchen!!–but the results are reliable and delicious.
I just printed it too! I can’t wait to make it tomorrow- who needs an event to make it? My reason is it looks delicious! Thanks!
Jenny, it’s not in the Family Cookbook, it’s in the Best Potluck Recipes book by Cook’s Country.
Sharon – it’s true. The recipes are fabulous and not necessarily hard but they do tend to use a few dishes!
And Gina? It is delicious. You’re going to love it!
Oh goodness, this looks amazing. It’s 11:08 pm and I want some!
This looks delicious. I like watching their tv show but have never made any of their recipes–yet!
Uh YUM I need to make this immediately!