Mexican pinto bean dip

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
3cupsPinto Beans; Cooked
¼cupWater
½cupMonterey Jack; Shredded
½cupChili Powder
teaspoonSalsa Verde; Hot Green Salsa

Directions

Puree the beans to a coarse paste in a blender or food processor or mash by hand. Place the bean paste in a sauce pan with the water and heat. Mix in all the other ingredients, blending well, and simmer until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Put in chafing dish and serve hot. Makes about 3¾ cups of dip. SUGGESTED DIPPERS: Tortilla Chips, Black Cocktail Rye Bread, Bell Peppers, Celery, Monterey Jack Cheese Cubes or Sticks