Quick Black Bean Dip

1-2 cloves Garlic
15 oz can black beans, well drained
1/4 cup salsa
1/3 cup cream cheese, sour cream, or plain yogurt
Salt and pepper to taste

Mix in a food processor til smooth.  Garnish with sliced olives and chopped green onions.  Serve with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.

Deluxe Seven Layer Tex-Mex Dip

Another family favorite requested for graduation party's and birthdays!

1 15.5-oz can refried beans
1 1.25-oz pkg taco seasoning mix
1 8 oz container sour cream
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup avocado (about 3), mashed
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups tomatoes (about 2), chopped
1 2.25-oz can sliced black olives (or chop your own)
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
In a small bowl, mix the refried beans with the taco seasoning mix until well blended.  Using a spoon or rubber spatula, spread bean mixture evenly on a large platter, or in a 9x13 baking dish. 
Next, spread the sour cream over the beans.  Sprinkle grated cheese evenly over the sour cream.  Mash the avocados in a bowl and add 1/2 tsp salt.  Mix well and spread over the cheese layer.  Chop the tomatoes and add this next, then the black olives and last the green onions. 
Serve with tortilla chips.