Thursday, August 5, 2010

Black Bean Tacos

28 oz can black beans
8 oz water
1/2 large red onion
4 oz monterey jack cheese
12 oz cheddar cheese
1 c half-n-half
olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
kosher salt
pepper
cumin
lime juice
corn tortillas
  • Heat olive oil on medium-high in large sauce pan
  • Add 1/2 red onion & cook 2 minutes to caramelize
  • Add garlic & stir for about 15 seconds
  • Add beans & 4 oz water
  • Stir & let beans heat for a couple of minutes & reduce to a simmer
  • Add salt, pepper, cumin & lime juice (amounts up to you)
  • Place lid over beans & let simmer.
Cheese Mixture
  • In a pot over medium-high heat add half-n-half
  • Once heated, SLOWLY add cheeses a little at a time, stirring until melted
  • *Serves 4
  • Make cheese sauce last & serve immediately because it will dry up if left waiting.
  • Layer black beans & sauce. Add some tomatoes & avocado if you like!

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