Sombrero Dip Recipe

submitted by reader Mary Louise Jonas of Karnes City, TX

“This recipe is now a holiday tradition for our family’s Christmas Eve meal of tamales, beans and enchiladas.”

Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef or turkey
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
4 to 5 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
2 (15-ounce) cans refried beans
5 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed green olives
1/2 cup chopped onion


Garnishes:
1 cup chopped stuffed green olives
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Cook meat in large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking up with a fork. When meat starts to brown, add onion and sauté until slightly brown. Stir in tomatoes, chili powder, cumin seeds and garlic salt. Simmer until liquid is slightly reduced.
2. Add beans and heat thoroughly. Add 4 cups cheese.
3. When ready to serve, pour mixture into a large chafing dish. Arrange olives in a mound in the center. Circle with a ring of onions and another ring of cheese. Serve with corn or tortilla chips or flour tortillas. Serves 12.

Nutritional Information
Nutritional facts per serving: 300 calories, 21g fat, 23g protein, 8g carbohydrates, 1g fiber, 960mg sodium.

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