Holiday Tasting Party Recipes

RECIPE NAME: CREAMY BLACK BEAN DIP

INGREDIENTS:
2 pkgs. (8 oz. each) fat-free cream cheese, cubed
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed and drained, divided
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
6 green onions, chopped
1-1/2 tsp. ground cumin
Dash cayenne pepper

TOPPING:
1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
2 Tbs. diced fresh tomato
2 Tbs. chopped green onion
Tortilla chips

HOW TO MAKE THIS:
In a food processor, cover and process cream cheese until smooth. Add half of the beans; cover and pulse until blended. Transfer to a bowl; stir in the cheese, onions, cumin, cayenne and remaining beans. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Just before serving, garnish with cheese, tomato and onion. Serve with tortilla chips.

MY NAME: Tiffany Browder