black bean dip

black bean dip~and searching for lost items

The other day my in-laws arrived in town. I had an idea floating around in my head to make some black bean dip from this Christmas recipe book. The problem was, I couldn’t find it. And, to make it worse, I just had it out. I’m one of those people that go crazy when I can’t find something. I wander and pace around the house checking the same places. I fret, I get neurotic. Not too good for a hostess, you know…

anyway-

The next day, my mother in law and I went to the dolla’ store. and…..

Taa-Daa! They had it. How cool. Yippee. Happy dance.

So, I went to go make the black bean dip.

And, I was out of sour cream and jalapenos. So… I had to just invent my own recipe. Then, I found some jalapenos- so I put em on top.

Did I mention my husband had a birthday? Well, he’s actually had several- but he recently had a new one:

He got some new shoes, and a few other things. But- the best gift was this:

My 4 year old made him a card. She’s writing now. Awwww.

It says Daddy ft wale. = daddy fat whale

She calls him fat Dave or Fat Whale. I’m not sure why. I swear I don’t know a Dave.

I think she thinks calling things fat is nice. Like when you say: “Awww look at that fat puppy”

I need to have a talk with her about humans.

We also have one of those elves that watch for naughty children:

He showed up.

Another mouth to feed. 🙂

black bean dip

Prep time: 5 mins

Cook time: 15 mins

Total time: 20 mins

Ingredients

1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons cream cheese
2 tablespoons salsa
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup shredded cheese

Instructions

In a food processor, combine everything except the cheese.Salt to taste, if needed.
Spread in a oven proof dish and top with cheese.
Bake at 350 for 12-15 minutes.