American Flag Taco Dip w/Wheat Thins

Directions

1. Wash hands with soap and water.

2. Rinse fresh produce.

3. Cut 3 slices from cheese. Use small star-shaped canape or cookie cutter to cut 1 star from each cheese slice. Shred cheese trimmings and remaining cheese; reserve for later use.

4. Combine sour cream, taco seasoning mix, cilantro and peppers; spread onto bottom of 2-quart rectangular baking dish. Spoon beans into square shape on upper left hand corner of dip; top with cheese stars. Top remaining dip with rows of tomatoes and shredded cheese to resemble flag as shown in photo.

4. Serve with WHEAT THINS.

Variation: Substitute 1 jar (16-ounce) thick and chunky salsa for the chopped tomatoes and/or sliced black olives for the beans. Special Extra Spread 1-1/2 cups guacamole onto bottom of baking dish before topping with the remaining ingredients as directed.

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