Benito Bean Dip & 7-Layer Bean Dip

From Zonya's Lickety-Split Meals
Serves 42 (2 T. servings, if you're using it as a dip...it makes quite a bit)

1 green onions (opt)
1 jar (48 oz) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 c. salsa
1/2 t. Zippy Zonya Mexi Mix
1/4 c. fresh cilantro leaves (opt--Blech, I HATE cilantro!!)
1 lg. bag baked tortilla chips (Tostitos)

5 minutes before serving:
Chop onions in food processor. Add bans, salsa, Mexi mix, and cilantro to processor and blend until smooth. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.

7-Layer Bean Dip
Serves 32 as an appetizer or 4 as a meal

2 c. Benito Bean Dip
3 green onions, chopped (I didn't add these because I had already added green onions in the bean dip.)
2 c. shredded lettuce
1 green pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 c. reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
15 slices black olives (opt)
1 lg. bag baked tortilla chips (Tostitos)

20 minutes before serving:
Spread bean mixture all across a large decorative serving platter. Laver veggies & cheese over the bean dip in the order listed. Open chips, it's party time! --Keri