refried beans

Refried Beans

Refried beans are a staple in many Mexican lunches and dinners. With some time and patience, you can make your own by using dried pinto beans, lard, and everyday spices! Refried beans are a staple in many Mexican lunches and dinners. With some time and patience, you can make your own by using dried pinto beans, lard, and everyday spices! Read More Read Less
15m
PREP TIME
2hr 5m
COOK TIME
236
CALORIES
11
INGREDIENTS

Servings: 8

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INSTRUCTIONS

  • 1 Place pinto beans in large reusable plastic container or large bowl. Rinse well. Add enough cold water to cover beans (at least 4 cups). Cover. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight. Drain well.
  • 2 Place soaked beans, onion, cilantro, 1 teaspoon of the Granulated Garlic, Oregano and Black Pepper in large stockpot. Add enough water to cover beans by at least 2 inches. Bring to boil on high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover. Simmer 1 1/2 to 2 hours until beans are softened, stirring in 1 teaspoon of the salt about halfway through cooking. Drain beans, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid.
  • 3 Heat oil on medium heat in large skillet. Add drained beans, cook and stir 1 minute. Smash with potato masher, bean masher or fork, gradually adding reserved cooking liquid until desired consistency is reached. Stir in remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon Granulated Garlic, 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper, lime juice, Cumin and Paprika.

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