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CUCUMBERS WITH DILL AND FETA

Stay simple with cucumbers and don't salt them until the last minute.  This Greek preparation combines small cubes of cucumber and the same size cubes of good quality Feta cheese and chopped dill.  Right before serving add the salt and toss with a really good olive oil.

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 I often bring this appetizer to “dish to pass” occasions.  This layer bean dip is pretty routine but I add a few touches to make it special.  It is always a crowd pleaser.  I like to serve it with the Tortilla Lime chips.

7 LAYER BEAN DIP

INGREDIENTS

• 2 -16-oz. can refried beans (spicy or regular)
• 1 ½  cups sour cream
• ½ -1/4 oz. pkg. taco seasoning mix
• 2 avocados, pitted, peeled and mashed
• 2 TBS salsa
• 2 teaspoons lime juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup shredded Cheddar or Mexican blend  cheese
• 4 green onions, chopped
• 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
• 1 tomato, diced or ½ can petite diced tomatoes (thoroughly drained of liquid)
• tortilla chips

PREPARATION

1.     Spread beans in the bottom of a 13"x9"  (or similar sized oblong) clear glass dish, add  ½ cup of shredded cheese and cook in microwave just until  cheese is melted, then stir in the cheese and set aside.

2.    .Mix avocados, lime  juice, salsa, garlic, and salt to taste; layer over beans

3.     Combine sour cream and seasoning mix; spread over avocado.

4.     Sprinkle with cheese; top with onions, olives and tomato.

5.    Serve with tortilla chips.

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