Creamy Mexican Chowder

In a soup pan saute:

1 onion

2 cloves garlic

with some olive oil or butter

Add:

1 can pinto beans-drained

1 can black beans-rinsed

(can do 2 cans of one or the other)

1 can cream corn

1 can petite diced tomatoes

1 can green chilies

1 c. chicken broth

2 c. half and half

1 tsp. chili powder

1/2 tsp. cumin

1/2 tsp. salt

pepper to taste

Can add some red pepper flakes

 for heat if you like.

Simmer for about an hour.

Add a 8 oz. of grated

 monteray jack cheese

and fresh cilantro.

Stir and serve!