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Superbowl Low-Fat Black Bean Dip
Spray 9″ baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Layer ingredients in this order:
1 can fat free refried beans
8 ounces low-fat sour cream
1 can black beans
6-8 ounces salsa
1 cup low fat cheddar cheese
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Serve with Baked tortilla chips.
Works well to make ahead of time, refrigerate, and bake just before serving.
From: Michelle Lee, RD; Bully’s Best Bites
About the author
I just completed my B.S. Degree at Miss State in Nutrition. I was the president of the MSU Student Dietetic Association and the Outstanding Dietetic Student for the State of Mississippi. I also led, "Cooking with Ellen" a healthy cooking segment on our local news station throughout my senior year. I am now a dietetic intern studying to be a Registered Dietetian (hopefully by around June 2008). I love cooking, learning about nutrition and healthy eating, and sharing my skills with others.
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