Joe's key west salsa appetizer with black beans - hb

Yield: 8 servings

Measure Ingredient
1 \N 15-oz can black beans, drained & rinsed well under running water
2 tablespoons Olive oil
1 \N Garlic clove, minced
2 \N Fresh tomatoes, skinned, seeded, & chopped or one 14 1/2-oz can chunky tomatoes, drained
1 small Onion, chopped
1 large Garlic clove, peeled and minced
\N \N Freshly ground black pepper to taste
\N \N Juice of half a lemon
2 tablespoons Finely chopped scallions
1 teaspoon Minced fresh jalapeno OR
2 ounces Canned chopped green chilies
2 teaspoons Olive oil
2 teaspoons Balsamic vinegar
\N \N Salt & freshly ground black pepper to taste
\N \N Tortilla chips

FOR BLACK BEANS

FOR SALSA

Prepare black beans: In a small bowl, combine black beans, oil, garlic, and pepper. Transfer to a serving bowl and add lemon juice.

Garnish with scallions. Beans can be prepared in advance and refrigerated, but should be served warm or at room temperature.

Prepare salsa: In a medium-size glass bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, garlic, jalapeno, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for several hours. To serve: Place a spoonful of beans on a tortilla chip and top with salsa. Serves 8.

House Beautiful/Sept/94 Scanned & fixed by Di Pahl & <gg>

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