Easy Entertaining for Beginners

1 package (8 ounces) 1/3 less fat cream cheese, softened
½ cup (4 ounces) nonfat sour cream
1 (1.25 ounce package taco seasoning
2 (9 ounce) cans of bean dip
2 cups shredded lettuce
2 cups shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
1 medium tomato, chopped finely
1 (4.25 ounce) can of black olives, chopped and drained
3 jalapeno chiles, seeded, chopped finely

In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Mix in taco seasoning; set aside. Spread the bean dip in a large clear glass bowl or large platter. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the bean dip. Top with layers of lettuce, cheddar cheese, tomato, olive and chopped jalapenos. Serve with tortilla chips
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TIP: You may add 3 mashed avocados mixed with 2 tablespoons of lime juice as another layer on top of the cream cheese mixture, if desired.