black bean dip!

Black Bean Dip!

this simple, tasty dip is good for you, and easily customizable. have fun with it!

Ingredients
14 oz can black beans, drained
1 tomato, chopped
1/2 onion (white or yellow), chopped
1-2 limes (depending on how 'limey' you like your dip)
1/2 tsp garlic (fresh or from a jar), minced
olive oil for skillet
1/2-3/4 tsp chili powder
1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne powder
salt & pepper to taste
1/2-3/4 tsp cumin, ground
1 small fistful fresh cilantro, chopped
cheese! (i use 1-2 cups of prepackaged mexican blend grated, but any combination of grated chedder, monterey jack, & asiago will work)

*heat skillet to medium, add olive oil, then onion & garlic
*after a few minutes, add black beans & mash partially with fork or potato masher
*add seasonings (feel free to add more, if you like the spicey) & juice from lime(s)
*add tomatoes & almost all cilantro
*let simmer for about 5 minutes
*take off of heat, and add 3/4 cheese, mix throughout
*sprinkle remaining cheese & cilantro on top, let set a few minutes.

best eaten warm!! dig in, with tortilla chips. yum! i hope you like it.