This was good and simple to make! I sautéed an onion in butter for a couple minutes before adding a touch of oil and the jalapeño and garlic. I added the spices to heat up in the pot before adding the beans and rest of the ingredients. I did add a bit more spices, including salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. May try some bullion the next time I make it. Really filling when served with rice. Reccomended!