BEAN AND CHEESE DIP

INGREDIENTS:

3 cups cooked pinto beans,

2 cups chopped onion,

4 minced garlic cloves,

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese,

1/2 cup sour cream,

1/3 cup tomato sauce,

1/3 cup olive oil,

1/2 teaspoon red crushed pepper,

1 teaspoon salt;

Sautee onion and garlic in 1/3 cup olive oil for 3,4 minutes;

Add tomato sauce, crushed pepper and salt; cook for 2 minutes;

Combine cooked beans, sauteed onion mixture, sour cream and cheddar cheese in a food processor until smooth.

Pour in a serving dish and garnish (optional) with sauteed onion and garlic. Serve with your favourite chips!

Enjoy!

tip- How to cook Pinto Beans:

Sort and wash beans in a colander under cold water. Soak 3 cups of beans over night in 6,7 cups of water.Cover and simmer for 1/2 to 2 hours until tender adding more water if necessary.