Chilli Bean Dip - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup red kidney beans or 14 ounces refried beans, canned
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons oil
2 slices bacon, chopped finely
1 onion, sliced finely
2 minced garlic cloves
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons basil
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons wine vinegar

Preparation

Heat butter and oil in a large frypan and lightly fry bacon, onion and garlic.
Add cumin, basil and chilli powder and cook gently for 2 minutes.
Add beans and mash.
Cook over a low heat stirring often.
Add tomato paste and vinegar and continue to cook until bubbling.
Serve.
OPTIONAL:Transfer to oven safe serving dish and put some grated cheese on top and heat till cheese is melted before serving.