"This homemade refried beans recipe is simple and absolutely delicious. Refried beans are the perfect side dish for your favorite Tex-Mex dishes, like tacos, cheesy chicken, nachos, burritos, & more!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 pound dried pinto beans
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1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro (divided)
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2 teaspoons ground cumin (divided)
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1 medium white onion (minced, divided)
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3 cloves garlic (minced, divided)
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4 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (divided)
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2 tablespoons oil
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4 tablespoons lard (bacon fat or unsalted butter)
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Garnishes: Mexican blend shredded cheese (crumbled Cojita cheese, fresh cilantro, black olives, sliced jalapenos)