Colorado is nationally recognized for its production of dry beans. The state produces a wide range of varieties, including pinto, light red kidney and yellow.
In 2004, Colorado ranked seventh nationally in dry-bean production with nearly 104 million pounds, valued at $28.3 million. Beans are high in protein and dietary fiber and low in fat, calories and sodium.
Look for Colorado beans at your grocery store or in restaurants across the state.
Each month the Colorado Department of Agriculture features a different commodity to highlight the variety and quality of products grown in the state. This month, Colorado beans are featured in a Super Bowl seven-layer dip.
For information about beans or the state’s other commodities and produce, go to ag.state.co.us/mkt.
Super Bowl Seven-Layer Dip
This recipe, courtesy of chef Bob Holloway of Eggland’s Best Eggs in Platteville, serves 8-12.
Ingredients
Directions
On a large dinner plate, serving platter or on individual plates, arrange guacamole, tomatoes, olives, sour cream, cheese, lettuce, jalapeños and corn chips in layers using lettuce to frame the plate. Serve with chips and salsa. This can be made 24 hours in advance if wrapped and refrigerated (for maximum freshness, don’t add lettuce until you’re ready to serve). If chilled, set at room temperature for one hour.
