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                                            Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 4  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    This recipe comes from an Everyday Food magazine. I cut the recipe in half when it's just DH and me. Great for a BBQ or a cold night. Serve with a dollop of sour cream. You can also try adapting this for the microwave. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                1 teaspoon olive oil  |  
                                                2 scallions, thinly sliced  |  
                                                2 garlic cloves, minced  |  
                                                2 tablespoons green chilies, chopped  |  
                                                2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained  |  
                                                4 cups water  |  
                                                1/4 cup salsa  |  
                                                salt and pepper  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. 2. Add scallions and garlic cloves and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute. 3. Add black beans and water. Increase heat and bring to a boil. 4. Reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. 5. Add salsa and stir until heated through. 6. Add salt and pepper to taste.                              | 
                         
                         
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