Prep Time: 15 min.

1 Med. Sized Onion chopped into larger pieces
2 - 6 cloves Garlic, finely chopped (you decide how much you want!)
1 stalk Celery, finely chopped
2 cans of Black beans (do not drain)
1/2 teaspoon Cumin powder
Cilantro and Salt to Taste

Combine all ingredients in a crock pot or heavy casserole. Bring to a slow, low simmer.  Allow to cook for 3 - 4 hours.
Serve immediately. Top with Easy Salsa (Pico de Gallo).
 

Jicama Salad (printable version)

This salad & the cactus salad were from a recent trip to Cancun, Mexico.  Read about it here at our Blog.

Crunchy & cool salad. Prep Time: 15 min.

2 large Jicama (tastes like a radish), chopped into 1/2 inch cubes
1 Large Cucumber, finely chopped, remove seeds
1/2 Onion, finely chopped
1 small can crushed Pineapple, drained or use fresh pineapple finely chopped
1Tbsp. Lime Juice
Cilantro and Salt to Taste

Combine all ingredients in a bowl.  Serve immediately or chill for several hours & allow the flavors to settle in!