Green Chile and Black Bean Dip

• 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
• 1/4 cups Chopped Onion
• 1 whole Clove Garlic, Chopped
• 1 can Green Chiles (4 Oz. Can)
• 1 can Black Beans (15 Oz. Can), Drained
• 8 ounces, weight Cream Cheese, Softened
• 1 Tablespoon Taco Seasoning
• 1 Tablespoon Ranch Dressing Mix
• 1 Tablespoon Milk (more If Needed)
• 1 Tablespoon Chopped Green Onions, For Garnish

1. Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion and garlic; saute until onions are golden brown.
3. Add the remaining ingredients (except green onions) and simmer, stirring to further soften the cream cheese, about 5 minutes.
4. Use an immersion blender and process until smooth.
5. You could also transfer dip into a blender or food processor and do the same.
6. Add a tablespoon or two of milk if the dip is a little thick for your taste.
7. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with green onions.
8. Serve warm or cold.
9. Notes: 1.
10. If you wanted to make it spicy, add a pinch or two of cayenne, crushed red pepper, or a diced jalapeno.
11. 2.
12. The dip will thicken as it cools.

olive oil, onion, clove garlic, green chiles, black beans, weight cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, milk, green onions

Taken from tastykitchen.com/recipes/appetizers-and-snacks/green-chile-and-black-bean-dip/ (may not work)