Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked pinto beans, drained
  • 1/2 small onion, finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons bean cooking liquid or water
  • 1 to 2 jalapeno peppers to taste, seeded and minced (see note)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Shredded Monterey Jack regular, light or jalapeno cheese (optional)
  • Tortilla chips

Method

  • In a small saucepan, mash the beans with the onion, liquid, jalapeno peppers, chili powder, salt, and cumin, then warm over low heat.
  • Place into a ramekin or other bowl.
  • Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed.
  • If desired, top with cheese and broil for 2 minutes, until the cheese melts, before serving with tortilla chips.
  • note: Be sure to wash your hands after handling jalapeno peppers.
  • The peppers volatile oils could burn your skin or eyes.