Black Bean+Corn Salsa

Above: Serve with these= very good.

Black Bean+Corn Salsa

Combine in bowl:
16 oz. black beans
16 oz. fresh corn, white or yellow
1 t. basil
1 t. ground cayenne pepper
1 c. finely chopped onion
1/3 c. lemon juice1 t. salt

Black Bean Chicken Chili

Black Bean Chicken Chili

I brought this to our soup supper that we had after our annual traditional Christmas Caroling.
Here it is Aunt Cindy, I'm very glad you liked it. :)

Combine in a large soup pot:
1 lb dried black beans, cooked according to the package directions,
OR 4 small cans black beans, don't drain them
6 T. chili powder
2 T. onion powder
1/2 t. garlic powder
1 t. cayenne powder
4 c. diced tomatoes
4 c. tomato sauce
1 t. dried basil
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thawed and cut into slices

Simmer together for 2-3 hours, till thickened and chicken is cooked through.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Black Bean and Corn Salad

Black Bean and Corn Salad

Combine in bowl:
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
½ c. fresh corn kernels
½ c. chopped green onion
2 t. lemon juice
salt+pepper
I served this with some scoops corn chips.