EASY BLACK BEANS RANCHEROS

 

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 (15 oz) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 ripe tomatoes, chopped (large slicing tomatoes are best)
• 1 jalapeño, minced
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp Frank's hot sauce
• 4 large eggs
• Chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish
• Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Prepare Skillet:

   • Coat a cast iron skillet or an oven-safe casserole dish with olive oil.

3. Combine Ingredients:

   • Place one can of beans in the skillet or dish and mash with a potato masher.
   • Add the remaining beans, chopped tomatoes, minced jalapeño, salt, pepper, cumin, and Frank's hot sauce. Fold everything together to combine.

4. Heat Mixture:

   • Place the skillet or dish in the oven and bake for 20 minutes to heat through.

5. Add Eggs:

   • Remove from the oven. Use a large spoon to make 4 indentations in the mixture.
   • Crack one egg into each indentation.

6. Bake Eggs:

   • Return to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the egg whites are set but the yolks are still slightly runny.

7. Garnish and Serve:

   • Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro.
   • Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Notes

• Adaptation: This recipe is adapted from a Mark Bittman recipe.
• Serving Suggestion: Perfect as a brunch or a hearty breakfast-for-dinner option!

Enjoy your delicious and spicy baked eggs!