South Texas Bean Dip

1 16 oz can refried beans
3 oz cream cheese softened
12 oz sour cream
1 bunch green onions (I usually omit)
1 pkg Taco seasoning mix
4 oz can green chilis, dried (I usually omit)
8 oz salsa
8 oz shredded cheese

*Mix all ingredients together except for cheese.
*Pour into 8x8 baking dish.
*Bake 325 for 20 minutes, or put in microwave 4-5 minutes.
*Top w/cheese, bake 20 more minutes. (Only microwave a little longer.)
*Let stand 10-15 minutes before serving.
*Serve with chips.

Notes:
This recipe is from my dear friend Linda Lawson. She used to make it for us when we came over and stayed up all night playing Euchre or talking around the kitchen table. Yum Yum! I usually microwave it just to avoid heating up the oven. I also usually just stir the cheese all up in it instead of spreading it on top. This is great on a snack table while watching a ball game or playing games. It is also good as a side dish to a Mexican meat dish.

If you don't have a taco seasoning mix, you can substitute these spices:
1/2 tablespoon paprika
1/2 tablespoon cumin
1/2 tablespoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder