MASHED BLACK BEANS

1 tsp canola or olive oil

5 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans black beans, rinsed, drained, mashed
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp salt, optional
1/4 tsp black pepper
3 tbsp chicken broth
sour cream, optional

Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.  Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for a minute. Add the remaining ingredients except the sour cream.  Continue to cook, stirring and mashing beans until heated through. This will take about 3 to 4 minutes.

When serving, top with sour cream, if desired.

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