Red Bean Chili Dip

Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp. salad oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 1 tsp. ground red pepper
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 Tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
- 2/3 c. red kidney or pinto beans, cooked for 1 1/2 hours
- 1/2 c. cream cheese
- 1/2 c. grated sharp Cheddar cheese
- salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
- Heat the oil in small pan.
- Add the onion and garlic.
- Fry gently for 4 minutes.
- Add the spices and fry for 1 minute.
- Stir in tomato paste and vinegar.
- Leave to cool.
- Place the beans, cheese and onion mixture in a blender or food processor.
- Work until the consistency of thick mayonnaise.
- Add a little water if necessary.
- Check the seasoning.
- Chill until required.
- Serve with raw vegetables or tortilla chips.
- Makes about 2 cups.