An easy crockpot bean dip, made with refried beans, cheese, and other ingredients.

INGREDIENTS:
2 cans refried beans, (about 15 ounces each)
1 envelope taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese or a Mexican cheese blend
2 to 4 drops Tabasco sauce, or to taste
chopped jalapeno or mild chiles, to taste

PREPARATION:
Place refried beans, taco seasoning, onion, cheese, and Tabasco sauce in the crockpot; stir well to blend. Stir in chopped jalapenos or mild chiles. Cover and cook on LOW until cheese is melted, about 1 to 1 1/2 hours; add a little water if mixture seems too thick.

Serve from the crockpot or slow cooker with French bread cubes, crackers, or chips.
Makes about 4 cups.