Jalapeno Black Bean Dip

Jalapeno Black Bean Dip w/ Soy and Flax Tortilla Chips

• 1 can (15 ounces) low sodium black beans, drained and mashed
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/8 cup minced cilantro (optional)
• 1.5 jalapeno pepper chopped
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp parsley flakes
• 1 bag Trader Joe’s soy and flax tortilla chips

Instructions:

1. Drain black beans and mash with a fork.  Add 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, ground cumin, garlic powder and parsley flakes and mix until combined.
2. Spoon mixture into a 1-quart casserole, then top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.  Place onto a baking sheet and bake at 375 degrees uncovered for 20 twenty minutes or until heated through and cheese is slightly browned on top.
3. Use as an addition to chicken taco salad or dip with the soy and flax chips