Best Ever 7 Layer Dip Recipe: Moisture-Blocking Layers

Place the 1 cup chunky salsa into a fine mesh sieve over a bowl. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes until the liquid stops dripping.

In a medium bowl, combine 16 oz refried beans, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 2 tbsp pickled jalapeño juice. Stir until the mixture is smooth and spreadable.

Spread the bean mixture into the bottom of your 9x13 dish using an offset spatula. Ensure it reaches the corners until the bottom is completely covered.

In another bowl, whisk together 16 oz sour cream and the 1 oz taco seasoning packet until no streaks of spice remain.

Gently dollop the sour cream over the beans and spread carefully.

Mix 2 cups guacamole with 1 tbsp lime juice. Spread this as the third layer until a vibrant green sheet is formed.

Take your drained salsa and scatter it evenly over the guacamole.

Sprinkle the 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar over the salsa until an even orange blanket covers the dish.

Seed and dice the Roma tomatoes, pat the olives dry, and chop the cilantro and onions.

Layer the tomatoes, olives, green onions, and cilantro on top until the dish looks festive and full.