Mexican Salad
["1 large can refried beans", "1 very ripe avocado", "1 (8 oz.) carton sour cream", "1 (16 oz.) pkg. grated Cheddar cheese (save a little for garnish)", "2 cans chopped black olives", "shredded lettuce (enough for 1 layer)", "finely chopped tomatoes (enough for 1 layer)", "onion (optional)"]
["On a large tray (or platter) spread refried beans, avocado mixed with sour cream, a layer of cheese, black olives, lettuce and tomato.", "Spread remainder of Cheddar cheese over top.", "Place nacho chips on all sides.", "Serves a large crowd, 10 to 20."]
["beans", "avocado", "sour cream", "Cheddar cheese", "black olives", "shredded lettuce", "tomatoes", "onion"]