Refried Beans from Scratch |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 2 Minutes |
Ready In: 32 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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i got this recipe from a great cookbook that is full of fabulous from scratch recipes. this one is great. It takes time, but it's worth it. i make batches and freeze them so i never have to worry about taking the time to make them during the week. They say flavor can be improved if you cook the beans through step 3, then cover and refrigerate overnight before completing the recipe. Ingredients:
1 1/3 cups dried pinto beans |
4 1/2 cups cold water |
1/3 cup vegetable shortening, plus |
1 tablespoon vegetable shortening |
1 small white onion, sliced |
1 1/2 teaspoons salt |
1 small white onion, finely chopped |
1 small garlic clove, minced |
Directions:
1. Rinse beans under cold running water, picking out any debris or bad beans.
2. Place beans, water, 1 T shortening and sliced onion to a 3 quart saucepan. Bring to boil over high heat then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 1.5 hours, or just until beans are tender, not soft.
3. stir in salt, cover and simmer over very low heat for 30-45 min until beans are very soft. DO NOT DRAIN.
4. heat remaining 1/3 c shortening in heavy large skillet over high heat until very hot. add chopped onion and garlic. reduce heat to medium. cook and stir 4 min until onion is softened.
5. Increase heat to high. add 1 cup undrained beans. cook and stir, mashing the beans with a a potato masher.
6. as beans begin to dry, add another 1 cup undrained beans. cook and stir mashing beans.
7. repeat until all the beans and cooking liquid have been added and the mixture is a coarse puree. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning. total smashing time is about 20 minute.
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