Ingredients

  • 2 cups black beans (rinsed and drained or 19 oz) or 2 cups red kidney beans (rinsed and drained or 19 oz)
  • canola oil or olive oil
  • 1 small onions or 2 -3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1 roma tomato, finely chopped
  • 12 cup salsa
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 12 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded) or 1 cup monterey jack cheese (shredded)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 14 cup cilantro, chopped

Method

  • Mash the drained beans with a fork right in the can (or a bowl) until chunky.
  • Don't squish them all--it's nice to keep some texture.
  • In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium-high heat.
  • Saute the onion and garlic for a few minutes, until soft.
  • Add the beans, tomato, salsa, chili powder, and cumin and cook until heated through.
  • Stir in the cheese and lime juice and cook until the cheese begins to melt.
  • Stir in the cilantro.
  • Serve warm with tortilla chips.