Sure, if you want to be some lame Lakers homer, go ahead. Imitate Lamar Odom and chow down on some damn chocolate. But if want a real game time treat, try Snax 4 Sports Fans on for size.
Today I've got 6-layer, 7-star taco dip. It's pretty easy to make, and best of all you can name it after whatever team you're rooting for. On Sunday's in the fall, I usually would call this Bengals Dip. For the next week or so, SlimMcFanOfDip might call this Heat Dip. Perkins could call his either Cavs Dip or Cavalier Dip. You get the idea - the possibilities are endless.
To get started, you'll need a large bowl or one of those deep plates that's kind of like half-plate, half-bowl. As a base you'll want piping hot black beans and rice.
All Star tip number 1 - use Zatarain's Black Bean and rice mix. It's really easy to make, and the directions are on the box.
Once you've got the beans and rice in the bowl, add a nice layer of shredded cheese. This is a good time to microwave the bowl for about 20 seconds to melt the cheese a little.
On top of the cheese, place a relatively thin layer of salsa. You can use salsa verde if you want, but with the green lettuce about to be placed on top, red salsa looks a little more presentable. Place the shredded lettuce directly on top of the salsa layer - either buy shredded lettuce or rip it up yourself. It doesn't really matter - this layer is mostly just decorative.
Lastly garnish the top with sliced jalapenos. If you buy the pickled kind they're usually not as hot, but this step should be performed for personal taste.
Anyway, here's a picture of the dip half eaten. Notice a somewhat clear layering of the ingredients. All Star tip number 2 - if you've even come close to making this dip right, it shouldn't stay half eaten for long.
So there you have it - a dank snack for a Dank Game. This Tuesday we can call it Thunder Dip, which actually has a pretty sweet ring to it.
Your move Sean
