7-layer Dip

I LOVE Mexican food.

This is just a fast, easy recipe, we have it for dinner at least once a week. Making your own "refried beans" reduces a lot of the fat. (ok, so there are more than seven layers... whatever)

1-2 cans black beans, drained
1 medium onion, minced
chili powder, cumin, salt, red pepper flakes, garlic powder
hot sauce
2 ripe tomatoes
cheddar cheese
shredded lettuce
olives
avocado
sour cream
green onions
tortilla chips

saute onion in medium pan until translucent, add beans and seasonings and hot sauce. When heated through, mash with a potato masher, transfer to a dish (I use a 9x13 baking dish it is perfect)

Spread beans level in dish, top with cheese, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, onions and olives, the avocado makes a beautiful and tasty garnish.
Serve with tortilla chips and hot sauce.

That's it. Super easy, very satisfying.