blondie's refried black or pinto beans
I love beans...almost any kind, any way. This is my concoction, instead of buying the canned already refried beans. These taste better and have a better texture. These are EZ to do, and well worth the few extra minutes to make them. YUMMO!
prep time
15 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons evoo or canola oil, or lard
- 1/2 cup minced yellow sweet onion
- 1 teaspoon (1 or 2 cloves) minced garlic
- 4 cups *or* 2 cans black or pinto beans. do not drain
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons chile powder of choice (mexican, chipotle, etc.)
- - s & p to taste
- - water
- SERVE THIS WITH BLONDIE'S AUTHENTIC MEXICAN RICE, OR BLONDIE'S HEALTHY MEXICAN RICE. RECIPE IS IN 1ST POST BELOW**
How To Make blondie's refried black or pinto beans
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Step 1In a food processor pulse beans until smooth, or use potato masher. Set aside.
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Step 2In a medium saucepan on med-hi heat, add EVOO, canola oil or lard. Heat till shimmery. Add onions and saute` till translucent (about 2 minutes.) Now lower heat to med-lo and add garlic. Stir 1 minute.
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Step 3Add seasonings and stir well. Now add beans. Stir well. If beans are too thick, add water 1/4 cup at a time until desired consistency. Allow to cook, stirring occasionally till hot and ready to serve.
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Step 4Serve with entree` of choice: tacos, enchiladas, tamales, etc.) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ENJOY~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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Culture:
Mexican
Category:
Other Side Dishes
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Tag:
#Healthy
Keyword:
#easy
Keyword:
#beans
Keyword:
#Protein
Keyword:
#Refried
Ingredient:
Beans/Legumes
Method:
Stove Top
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