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Frijoles Refritos (Classic Mexican Refried Beans)
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 6
Flavorful and creamy.
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons vegetable oil or 3 tablespoons bacon drippings
4 cloves peeled and finely chopped garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cups undrained cooked beans (slightly warm for easy mashing note canned beans may be used)
salt
Directions:
1. Mash the beans in a bowl.
2. In a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
3. Add the onion and the garlic; cook and stir until onion is deep golden, about 10 minutes.
4. Stir in the mashed beans and cook for about one minute.
5. Add salt to taste.
6. Makes about one pint.
By RecipeOfHealth.com