Best Ever Black Beans

In a medium saucepan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add bullion in at this point.

Add a can of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies to the saucepan. Stir to combine.

Add 2 cans of drained and rinsed black beans and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Optional: Take a stick blender and blend the beans until smooth. This will thicken the sauce and give the beans a rich, creamy texture.

Then add the remaining can of beans, and cook everything for an additional 5 minutes. Note: If you are not going to blend some of the beans, add all the beans at the same time.

Serve the black beans hot as a side dish, chip dip, or use them as a filling for tacos, burritos, or quesadillas.