4 Layer Taco Dip

[ssgswife]

This is a great party appitizer, as it makes a whole tray of dip.

1 lb. ground beef
taco seasoning packet (or make it yourself with chili powder, cumin, red pepper, garlic powder, paprika)
12 ounces cream cheese - softened
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/2 cup salsa (homemade is the best because you can eliminate or replace the sugar)
2 cups shredded lettuce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (if you have problems with cheese, eliminate the cheese or use less)
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/3 cup green onions.

Brown ground been in skillet. Drain. Add taco seasoning packet/homemade with about 1/4 cup water. Simmer 5-10 minutes.
Combine cream cheese, sour cream, chili powder, cumin and red pepper in large bowl: mix until well blended. Stir in salsa. Spread ground beef mixture while it's still hot onto 10-inch serving platter, then spread cream cheese mixture on the beef. Next spread the cheese, then lettuce and top with tomatoes and green onions.

Serve with tortilla chips for your non-atkins guests and with jicama chips, cheese chips, veggies and anything else you can think of for your Atkins-friendly guests..... or just keep the whole thing for yourself.

[FerTheBirds]

Hi, Ginnie here.
Yummmmmm, Yummmmm, Yummmmy! Sounds sooooo delicious. I bet it woould be fantastic with the little pepperoni chips you make in the microwave!! Thanks for the recipe.

[ssgswife]

Definately my pleasure!

I love this recipe.... it was originally a 5 layer dip...the fifth layer being refried beans....but gotta give up the beans for now.... oh well.... hope you like it.

P.S. Never thought about using pepperoni...Hmmmmm.... sounds good!


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[Blubberly]

What are jicama chips?

[ssgswife]

I just like to think of a Jicama as a "mexican potato" but here's all the info about them. I get mine at Walmart.

Jicama (Yam Bean, MexicanTurnip)
Description - Jicama, a legume, is grown for the large tuberous roots which can be eaten raw or cooked and are used as a source of starch. The jicama plant is a vine which grows to a length of 20 feet or more. The roots are light brown in color, and may weigh up to 50 pounds. Most of those on the market will weigh between three to five pounds.

Culture - Jicamas are actually perennials and produce their large roots after several years of growth. They are commonly found in frost free regions. In Texas, seed can be planted in the early spring and small tubers harvested before the first killing frost of the winter.

Selection - Jicamas are suitable for consumption at any stage of growth (size). Look for well formed tubers that appear fresh and are free of cracks and bruises.

Storage - Jicamas, like most other root crops, will store for relatively long periods of time in the refrigerator. However, conversion of starch to sugar will result if stored for excessive periods and should be avoided.

Nutrition Information - A 3-1/2 ounce serving of jicama provides 39 calories and about 25% of the RDA for vitamin C.

Preparation - Remove the peel including the fibrous flesh directly under the skin. Cut or slice and serve raw or use as a substitute for water chestnuts. Saute or stir fry -- it stays crisp when cooked. A one pound jicama yields about three cups chopped or three cups shredded flesh.

Microwave Instructions - Peel and cut one pound into " cubes or julienne strips. Place in 2-quart covered casserole with 1/4 cup water; microwave on high for 8-9 minutes. Stir once. Serve with honey, butter, salt and pepper , sweet and sour sauce, sour cream or yogurt dressing.

[Blubberly]

Oh, I know what jicama is...just never heard of chips before.
I got excited for a second thinking they were like potatoe chips.

Thanks for the quick answer!

[MotherOfGizmo]

I have actually sliced jicama and fried it to make "chips" I seasoned them with old bay and they were delicious!

[Blubberly]

Really? Deep fryer? Sounds very tempting.
Tell me more...LOL

[ld333]

how many jicama chips do you eat (how big are they) and how much carbs is it?

[JandLsMom]

what is a cheese chip?