From the pregame party to kickoff and the final whistle, game day hosts know savory snacks are the key to victory. Celebrate the big game this season with a simple yet tasty spin on a football staple with this 7-Layer Game Day Dip. Featuring layers of refried beans, mashed avocados and seasoned sour cream topped with cheese, tomatoes, scallions and black olives, you can tackle a winning spread in next to no time.

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7-Layer Game Day Dip

Recipe adapted from Love & Lemons
Prep time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12

• 1          can (16 ounces) refried beans
  
• 3/4       cup salsa
  
• 2          avocados
  
• 1          green bell pepper, finely chopped
  
• 2          tablespoons fresh lime juice
  
• 16        ounces sour cream
  
• 3          tablespoons taco seasoning
  
• 1 1/2    cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
  
• 1          tomato, diced
  
• 1          bunch scallions, chopped (optional)
  
• 1          can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced black olives, drained (optional)
  
• tortilla chips, for serving

1. In medium bowl, stir refried beans and 1/2 cup salsa. In separate medium bowl, mash avocados with remaining salsa. Add bell peppers and lime juice; stir to combine. In third medium bowl, stir sour cream and taco seasoning.
2. To assemble, spread refried bean mixture in bottom of baking dish. Spread avocado mixture evenly on top then spread sour cream mixture. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese then top with diced tomatoes.
3. Top dish with scallions and black olives, if desired. Serve with tortilla chips.

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