Layered Guacamole and White Bean Dip

• Serves: Serves 8 to 10
• Prep time: 25 min.
• Cook time: 25 min.

Ingredients:
1 can (15-ounces) cannellini beans, drained
1-1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, peeled
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon salt, divided
2 cups chopped red onion
4 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup sour cream
2 cups chopped tomato
3 avocados from Mexico, halved, pitted, peeled and mashed
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon (about 5 slices)
1/4 cup crumbled Romano or feta cheese

Preparation:

In food processor, combine beans, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt; whirl until smooth. In a 9x7x2-1/2-inch baking dish, spread white bean dip evenly on bottom. In a small bowl, combine red onions, 1 tablespoon of the lime juice, cilantro and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt; mix well. Arrange onion mixture over the white bean dip. Season sour cream with 1/4 teaspoon of the salt; spread over onions. Season tomatoes with 1 teaspoon of the salt; arrange over sour cream. In a medium bowl, combine avocados, remaining 3 tablespoons of lime juice and 1 teaspoon of salt. Gently spread avocado mixture over tomatoes. Sprinkle with bacon and cheese. Serve with chips, pita wedges or raw veggies.