Black Bean Dip

Black Bean Dip                                                                                            

The South Beach Diet by Arthur Agatston, M.D.

Makes 3 Cups

Ingredients:

1 can (14-19 ounces) fat-free refried black or pinto beans

1 C sour cream

1 can (14 ½ ounces) diced tomatoes

1 jalapeno chile pepper, chopped (wear plastic gloves when handling)

½ tsp salt

1 tsp ground black pepper

1 C (4 ounces) shredded  cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 325. In a large bowl, combine the beans, sour cream, tomatoes (with juice), chile pepper, salt, and black pepper. Spoon into a 1-quart shallow baking dish or pie plate. Top with the cheese if using. Bake for 10 minutes, or until heated through.