Mango Salsa

from my friend Heather
1 can of black beans, drained (14 oz-ish)
10-12 ounces of frozen corn, defrosted
1 red pepper, diced
1-2 mangoes, diced
1/3 of a bunch of cilantro, chopped
red onion, chopped, to taste
1 envelope of good seasons dry dressing
salt and peper to taste
mix everything and chill for a few hours; serve with chips or on salad

Black Bean, Corn, and Avocado Salad

We love this.  The fresh cilantro makes it pop.  Yum.
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 c. corn kernels (fresh or canned shoepeg is great)
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 avocado, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/4 c. fresh lime juice
2 t. grated lime zest
1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 t. salt
Fabulous as a side OR as [...]

Caribbean Black Beans

When I read this recipie I wasn’t expecting much. It looked like a basic recipie…but when I made them I could not believe how so little work could make SUCH a flavorful dish.  I couldn’t stop eating these.  This one is a keeper for sure. I got lots of request for these, even from people [...]