Black Bean Cheesy Bake

Heat oven to 475. In 10″ ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over med-hi. Fry garlic until lightly golden about 1 min. Stir in tomato paste, paprika, red-pepper flakes an cumin, and fry 30 seconds, reducing heat as needed. Add beans, water and s&p, and stir to combine. Sprinkle cheese evenly over top and bake until cheese has melted, 5-10 min. Run under broiler to crisp for 1-2 min.

Olive oil     3T

Garlic     5 cloves, peeled and sliced

Tomato Paste     1/4 c

Smoked Paprika     1.5 tsp

Red-pepper flakes     1/4 tsp

Cumin     1 tsp ground

Black beans     2 (14 oz) cans, drained and rinsed

Boiling water     1/2 c

Cheese     1.5 c grated Cheddar or Manchego