Mashed Black Beans

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 mediums onions, chopped

4 - 6 cloves garlic, finely chopped

1 - 2 jalapeno chilies, seeded and chopped

2 ounces can (15 each) black beans, rinsed and drained

2 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock fo

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon dried cumin

Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Lime wedges for garnish (optional)

Preparation

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over moderate heat. Add the onions, garlic, and jalapeno and saute until tender but not brown, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and mash the beans with a fork until the desired consistency is reached. Serve garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges if desired.