9 Layer Dip

2 strips lean bacon

1 16 ounce can plain refried beans

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning

3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

3/4 cup guacamole (frozen or prepared is fine)

1/3 cup diced tomatoes (about 1 romano tomato)

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro

2 tablespoons sliced black olives

2 tablespoons finely sliced green onions

Fry diced bacon until done; add refried beans and cook slowly, stirring frequently until the bacon and bacon drippings are mixed through (about 15 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside. Mix taco seasoning with sour cream and set aside.

To built 9 layer dip, place ingredients in this order:

Refried beans, placed on a serving platter and spread out to 1ñ1 1/2 inches thick.

shredded cheese

prepared sour cream/taco seasoning

guacamole

diced tomatoes

diced cilantro

black olives

sliced green onion

1/4 cup cheese for garnish, if desired

Serve with crisp corn chips and a very cold beverage of choice. Makes a great snack or light lunch.