Baked Pinto Beans Recipe

Ingredients

30 oz pinto beans, or 2 cans, drained

½ cup chunky salsa

½ cup cheddar cheese, 2 oz., shredded , or Monterey Jack cheese

¼ cup onion, finely chopped

¼ cup green pepper, finely chopped

1 tsp chili powder

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tbsp margarine , or butter

In a small skillet cook onion, green pepper, chili powder, and garlic in margarine or butter till vegetables are tender.

Transfer to a 1-½ qt. casserole.

Stir in pinto beans and salsa.

Bake, covered, in a 350 degrees F oven for 30 to 35 minutes or till heated through.

Sprinkle with cheese.