16 GROUNDCOVER NEWS FOOD Bean dip ELIZABETH BAUMAN Groundcover contributor Ingredients: 16 ounces canned refried beans 4 ounces cream cheese softened ½ cup sour cream 1 Tbsp. taco seasoning ¼ cup diced jalapeño (or more if you like it hot!) 4 ounces mild green chilies, drained 2 green onions, divided 2 ½ to 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided Directions: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Thinly slice the green onions and separate the white and green portions. Set the green part aside. In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, refried beans, sour cream and taco seasoning with a hand mixer until fluffy. Gently fold in the whites of the onions, jalapenos, chiles and 2 cups of cheddar cheese. Spread into a 2 quart (or 8x8) baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle remaining green onions on top as garnish. Serve with tortilla chips. An easy dip to make and perfect to serve at a casual party. White bean dip ELIZABETH BAUMAN Ingredients: 2, 15.5 ounce cans white kidney beans 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped 2 Tbsp. minced fresh shallot ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice ½ tsp. fine sea salt ¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp. fresh rosemary needles picked from their stems 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves picked from their stems Directions: Drain the beans in a colander, rinse well and shake off any excess water. Place all of the ingredients into the bowl of a standard food processor fitted with the blade. Process dip until perfectly smooth. You can let the machine run for a full minute or two, scrap the sides if needed. Transfer to a small bowl to serve with fresh vegetables for dipping. A healthy snack to have on hand. You can store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for one week. $5 OFF NATURAL FOODS MARKET 216 N. FOURTH AVENUE ANN ARBOR, MI PHONE (734) 994 - 9174 • PEOPLESFOOD.COOP ANY PURCHASE OF $30 OR MORE One coupon per transaction. Must present coupon at the time of purchase. Coupon good for in-store only. No other discounts or coop cards apply. Not valid for gift cards, case purchases, beer or wine. OFFER EXPIRES 11/13/2025 01/22/26 Perfect snacks for New Year's gatherings! DECEMBER 26, 2025
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