Cheesy Bean Dip

By lorik

This easy bean dip recipe has just the right amount of kick for a bold flavor that keeps you coming back for more.

Ingredients

• 1 can unsalted, fat-free pinto beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz.)
• 1 can unsalted, fat-free refried pinto beans (15 oz.)
• 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar, divided
• 1 can salsa casera, such as Herdez (7 oz.)
• 3 Tbsp. diced pickled jalapeños
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup each chopped fresh cilantro and scallions
• Tortilla chips

Details

Servings 8
Cooking time 25mins
Adapted from cuisineathome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°. Coat a 1-qt. baking dish with nonstick spray.

Combine pinto beans, refried beans, 1/2 cup Cheddar, salsa, and jalapeños in a saucepan. Heat mixture over medium, stirring until
cheese melts, 5–6 minutes; season with salt and pepper.

Transfer bean mixture to prepared dish; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar. Bake dip until cheese begins to brown, 12–15 minutes. Garnish
dip with cilantro and scallions; serve with chips.

Per serving: 175 cal; 7g total fat (4g sat); 23mg chol; 399mg sodium; 19g carb; 6g fiber; 11g protein