8 slices bacon (fried); reserve 2 T grease

1 � c chopped onion

2 T garlic (pressed)

Set bacon aside and pour reserved grease back into a large, heavy bottomed skillet. Sautee onions and garlic till translucent.

1 T hot Mexican chili powder

2 tsp. cumin

Dash of cayenne

Sprinkle spices over onion/garlic mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, for one minute.

2 can black beans (rinsed and drained)

Add beans, then cook and stir for an additional five minutes.

6 oz. shredded Monterey Jack Cheese (divided)

2 - 3 tsp. fresh lime juice

Stir 4 oz. cheese and lime juice into bean mixture, then transfer to a food processor.

Process till smooth, add crumbled bacon, and then pour into an oven proof dish.

Sprinkle with remaining shredded Jack cheese and bake at 350 about 20 minutes (until cheese melts and is slightly browned).