Jalapeno Refried Bean Dip
["1/4 c. lard or bacon drippings", "1/4 c. onion, minced (1 small)", "1 small clove garlic, minced", "1 (1 lb.) can refried beans or cooked pinto beans, mashed with liquid", "1 to 2 canned hot jalapeno chili peppers, seeded and diced", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1/2 c. shredded Longhorn or mild Cheddar cheese", "crisp-fried corn tortilla chips or corn chips"]
["Heat lard or drippings in a small skillet.", "Add onion and garlic.", "Saute 1 minute.", "Add refried or mashed pinto beans.", "Cook, stirring frequently, until well mixed and lard is absorbed.", "Stir in chili peppers, salt and 1/4 cup of the cheese.", "Serve with chips.", "(If dip is too firm, add a little water.)"]
["lard", "onion", "clove garlic", "beans", "chili peppers", "salt", "Cheddar cheese", "tortilla chips"]