SOUTHWESTERN STAR DIP

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I enjoyed this sensational dip at a holiday party and begged for the recipe. No others are the ones begging me! -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 2-2/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 can (4-1/2 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained, divided
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, undrained
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 medium tomato, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green onions
Tortilla chips

Steps:

In a bowl, combine cheese, mayonnaise, 1/3 cup olives, chilies, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce. Transfer to an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Sprinkle tomato on top in the shape of a star; outline with remaining olives. Sprinkle onions around the star. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 197mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.