Mexican Black Beans

By pcander

Krystal

Ingredients

• 1 TBL olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 large jalapeno, seeded and chopped
• 1/2 tsp gorund cumin
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (14 1/2 oz) can chicken broth
• fresh lime juice
• fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 cup monterey jack heese

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add garlic, chili and cumin and saute 30 seconds. Add beans and broth and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Coarsely mash beans with potato masher. Continue boiling until thick, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes. Season to taste with lime juice, salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve. I add the monterey jack cheese on top and microwave for 2 minutes to melt the cheese.