Chili Bean Dip / Crispy Corn Tortilla Chips

Chili Bean Dip

You will need:

• 1 8-oz package Light cream cheese
• 1 can Chili with beans (low-fat is best)
• 1/2 cup Mozzarella or other cheese, shredded
• 1 large bag Baked tortilla chips

Method:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Spread cream cheese into bottom of 8- or 9-inch baking dish.
• Spread chili over cream cheese.
• Sprinkle top of chili with shredded cheese.
• Bake for about 20 minutes OR microwave on high for 3 to 4 minutes.
• Serve with chips. (Note: You can make your own baked tortilla chips,
• using the recipe for Crispy Corn Tortilla Chips below.)

Crispy Corn Tortilla Chips

You will need:

• 6 each Corn tortillas, 6 to 7 inches round
• 1/2 tsp Salt, or to taste Vegetable cooking spray

Method:

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
• Cut the tortillas in half and then cut each half into three equal triangles.
• Place the tortilla pieces on a baking sheet in a single layer.
• Spray them lightly with vegetable cooking spray.
• Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until lightly browned and crisp.
• Remove them from the oven and sprinkle with salt.

NOTE: Hint:  Enjoy with bean dip and salsa along with some carrot sticks and a spritzer.