Easy Bean Appetizer

Easy Bean Appetizer

South-of-the-border flavors abound in these easy appetizer bars.

PREP TIME (MIN)

15

TOTAL TIME (MIN)

75

SERVINGS

16

Ingredients

  • 1/2 packagetaco seasoning mix
  • 1 can(16 oz.) fat-free refried beans
  • 1/4 teaspoonliquid pepper sauce
  • 1 cupcubed, light pasteurized processed cheese
  • 4 cupsKellogg's® Rice Krispies® cereal
  • 1 cupsalsa (optional)
  • Jalapeno pepper slices
  • Cherry tomato halves

Directions

1. In 3-quart saucepan, combine beans, taco seasoning and pepper sauce. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until mixture starts to bubble. Add cheese. Continue cooking and stirring until cheese melts and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat. 2. Stir KELLOGG'S® RICE KRISPIES® cereal into hot bean mixture. Mix until thoroughly combined. Spread mixture evenly in 8 x 8 x 2-inch pan coated with cooking spray. Cool completely. Cut into 1-inch squares. Serve with salsa, if desired, and garnish with jalapeno and tomato. Store, covered in refrigerator.