Instructions: Chopped cilantro (coriander leaves) for garnish

Combine the beans, onion, and garlic in a large pot and add three times the volume of water. Bring to a boil and simmer covered for 1 1/2 hours, until the beans are tender. Drain and add salt. Mash the beans along with the onion and garlic thoroughly, or process in an electric food processor until fairly smooth. Heat the oil in a pot over moderate heat and saute the finely chopped onion until lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Add the beans and gradually stir in the shredded cheese until thoroughly combined and heated through. Garnish with chopped onion and cilantro.

Serves 6 to 8.

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