Bears VS. Packers This Sunday!

The big rival game is this Sunday at noon and whether you are going out to watch the game or staying in, here are some great ideas for game day!

Looking to go out and watch the big game? Here are several sports bars in the Plainfield area:

• Durbin's: 16031 S Lincoln Highway Plainfield, IL 60586 (815) 230-4444
• Buffalo Wild Wings: 11820 S Route 59 Plainfield, IL (815) 436-8130
• Chaoz Sports Lounge: 20631 W Renwick Road Crest Hill, IL 60403 (815) 838-5234
• On The Rocks: 1500 Essington Road Joliet, IL 60435 (815) 312-4163
• Tap House Grill: 24402 W Lockport Street Plainfield, IL (815) 733-5540
• Hammer's Sports Bar: 2771 Black Road Joliet, IL 60435 (815) 725-4250
• Penalty Box: 16108 S Route 59 Plainfield, IL (815) 782-7410
• McBride's On 52: 2727 West Jefferson Street Joliet, IL 60435 (815) 714-2215
• Stella's On State St Inc: 823 S State Street Lockport, IL 60441 (815) 834-2780
• Heroes West Sports Grill: 1530 Commerce Drive Joliet, IL 60431 (815) 725-1234

Staying in? Here's a recipe for delicious Taco Dip to enjoy in the comfort of your own home:

7 Layer Taco Dip allrecipes.com

Ingredients:

• 1 ounce package of taco seasoning mix
• 16 oz can of refried beans
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 16 oz sour cream
• 16 oz jar of salsa
• 1 large tomato, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 bunch of chopped green onions
• 1 small head of iceberg lettuce, shredded
• 6 oz can of sliced black olives, drained
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. In a medium bowl, blend the taco seasoning mix and the refried beans. Spread the mixture onto a large serving platter.
2. Mix the sour cream and cream cheese in a medium bowl and spread over the beans.
3. Top the layers with salsa. Place a layer of tomato, green bell pepper, green onions, and lettuce over the salsa and top with cheddar cheese. Garnish with black olives.

GO BEARS!!