Last Post of '08!

since it's new years eve and this is a time when people typically party hearty with friends, i figured a good recipe would be in order. i doubt anyone will actually see it before this evening, lol...but you can always use it for next new years or some other festive occasion! this is one that my mom has used at graduation open houses and all sorts of parties with GREAT success. the dish is always scraped clean and folks are left wanting more!

TACO BEAN DIP
2 packages (8 oz. each) cream cheese
2 cans pinto beans, drained
1 jar (30 oz.) thick and chunky salsa (however hot you like)
1 pound shredded cheddar cheese
1 bag tostito chips

DIRECTIONS:
Spread cream cheese on the bottom of a 9x13 pan. Cover with pinto beans, then layer salsa over beans. Sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until melted and bubbly. Serve with tostito chips.

ENJOY...i'll be back in 2009 and hopefully a lot more consistent with sharing fun new recipes for all to try! and be sure to share feedback, along with recipes of your own :-)