The Perfect Black Bean Dip

I think it’s perfect with fresh tortilla chips, but if you don’t have them, Tostitos makes a great all natural version that when heated in the oven briefly makes a great second choice.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 (15 1/4ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1  tablespoon tomato paste
• 1  tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2  tablespoons sour cream
• 1⁄4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (cheddar is preferred, but Colby jack works too)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 3  green onions (chopped)

Directions

1. Combine the black beans, tomato paste, lime juice, sour cream, cumin, cayenne pepper and two thirds of your chopped green onions in a sauce pot over medium heat.
2. Use a potato masher to lightly mash the contents of the pot together.
3. I prefer to leave some beans whole because it makes for a better looking end product.
4. Stir your bean dip constantly as it begins to warm through and then add the cheese.
5. The dip should be moist, warm, and aromatic.
6. Move your dip to a nice serving dish and sprinkle over the remaining green onions and serve with warm tortilla chips.