Mexican Black Beans

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Ingredients

  1. 1 T olive oil
  2. 4 garlic cloves, minced
  3. 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
  4. 1/2 t ground cumin
  5. 2 (15 oz) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  6. 1 (14.5 oz) can chicken broth
  7. fresh lime juice
  8. fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic, jalapeno and cumin; saute 30 seconds.
  3. Add beans and broth and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Coarsley mash beans with potato masher.
  5. Continue boiling until thick, stirring frequently, about 20 minutes.
  6. Season to taste with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
  7. Transfer to a bowl; sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

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Mexican Black Beans
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Serves: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Type of Food: Bean Dish
Ethnicity/Origin: Mexican
Key Ingredient: Beans,Jalapeno Peppers,Limes
Difficulty: 1 - Easy
Make Ahead: Yes
Prep Method: Stovetop
Themes/Holidays: Cinco de Mayo

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