I've made a couple other 7-layer dips (traditional Mex, Indian in the style of Bhel Puri), so I thought I'd try another one for an Oscar party (no film relevance):
1 1lb tub Mascarpone, spread on the bottom of a 9x13 glass pan
Sprinkle with freshly ground pepper
1 jar kalamata tapenade, spread over that
1 can of small fava beans, well rinsed, distributed over olives
Add about 2 Tbs (cheap) balsamic vinegar
1 12oz jar roasted red peppers, drained, chopped to 1/4"
3 cups chopped curly endive
1/2 red onion, chopped to 1/4"
1 12oz jar marinated artichoke hearts, coarsely chopped
sprinkle with about 2-3 Tbs extra virgin olive oil
Chill and serve
What is patriotism, but the love of good things we ate in our childhood?
-- Lin Yutang