Pasadena Star News/January 31, 2006

Cheesy Black Bean Dip

Servings Preparation Time Cooking Time Calories Saturated Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
2-3/4 cups


INGREDIENTS:
2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 cup diced white onion 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 or 2 tablespoons canned diced jalapeno peppers (adjust to taste) 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained 1-1/2 cup (6 ounces) shredded mozzarella or Montery Jack cheese
1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled cotija cheese (or substitute crumbled cow's milk feta) tortilla, pita or bagel chips or cut up vegetables or sugar snap peas



1 In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and jalapeno peppers; saute until onions are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the beans and smash with the back of a ladle or large spoon until softened and heated through, another 2 to 3 minutes.
2 Remove from heat and stir in Mozzarella cheese, sour cream, cumin and cayenne pepper, stirring until cheese is melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
3 Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle cotija cheese on top. Serve warm or at room temperature with chips and/or vegetables.

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