Border Town Refried Beans or Bean Dip

This recipe makes a great dip or side dish. If making this for a dip, I highly recommend using the beer rather than chicken broth as it adds a nice, subtle flavor. Serves 4 as a side dish, many more as a dip.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 1 1/4 cups

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) can  fat-free refried beans (or your favorite variety of canned refried beans)
• 1⁄2 cup  shredded monterey jack cheese or 1⁄2 cup provolone cheese
• 1⁄3 cup beer or 1⁄3 cup chicken broth
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 1  tablespoon  minced onion
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 2  teaspoons chili powder

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan.
2. Over medium heat, stir until the beans are heated through, about 5-10 minutes.
3. For dip, transfer beans to a fondue pot to keep warm. Serve with Tostitos.