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Easy Refried Beans

Easy Refried Beans

This easy refried beans recipe is a delightful and quick dish that will elevate your meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans pinto beans
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped optional
  • lime wedges

Equipment

  • Pan
  • Fork or potato masher

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté until soft.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and ground cumin; cook for another minute.
  4. Add pinto beans (with liquid) and season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Cook beans for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
  6. Mash the beans with a fork or potato masher to your desired consistency.
  7. Stir in shredded cheese and cilantro, if using.
  8. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 5g

Notes

Feel free to customize by adding spice or using different types of beans. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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