Easy dips for every taste

Spicy black bean dip

Serves 8-10

Ingredients:

• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, chopped finely
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chicken stock
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions:

1. In a small saucepan heat the olive oil over medium low heat.
2. Sauté the onion in the olive oil until translucent and tender, about 5-8 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 more minutes until the garlic is softened.
4. Add the beans, spices and chicken stock and cook until everything is heated through, about 4-5 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and, using a potato masher, mash all of the ingredients together until desired consistency is reached.
6. For a completely smooth dip it is best to process in a food processor.
7. Serve warm or at room temperature with vegetables and/or corn tortilla chips.

Lemon vanilla cream cheese dip

Serves 8-10

Ingredients:

• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
• 1 (6 ounce) container vanilla yogurt
• 1-1/2 cups powdered sugar
• Lemon zest (2 large lemons)
• Lemon juice (1 large lemon) about 1 tablespoon

Directions:

1. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, cream the cream cheese and yogurt until smooth.
2. Add in the powdered sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. Refrigerate for about 1 hour before serving.
4. Serve cold with desired fruit, cookies or other desired dippers.

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