Post by chief_cook2 on Apr 15, 2003 19:37:55 GMT -6
For a delightfully different appetizer, try this colourful layered
party dip
the next time you are entertaining a crowd.
1 lb. extra lean ground beef
1 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 jar thick and chunky salsa (medium or hot)
1/4 cup raisins (plumped in hot water)
1 cup light spreadable cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
1 can (14 ozs.) crushed pineapple, well drained
1/4 cup each finely chopped green onions and pimiento or red pepper
Brown ground beef with seasonings for 5 minutes on high in large
skillet.
Drain off fat and blot well with paper towel.
(This is important to final appearance of recipe).
Add salsa and raisins and cook 5 minutes on low.
Meanwhile, combine cream cheese and sour cream and spread over a
serving
plate that has an edge.
Top with hot beef mixture, well-drained pineapple, chopped green
onions and
pimiento.
Serve immediately (or chill and serve) with rice crackers or sliced
pita/flatbread.
Makes 12 to 15 servings.
Calories..119....Fat...4.1 g...Carbs...7 g...Protein...8 g....
Fiber...1 g.