Bacon Refried Beans

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy saucepan, cook the chopped bacon until almost crisp; remove to a plate (do not drain fat).
2. 2
   To the same saucepan add in the onion, garlic, 1 teaspoon sugar and jalapeno peppers; cook stirring until transparent (about 3 minutes).
3. 3
   Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook until the onions have caramalized and are a deep brown (this should take about 25 minutes, add in a little more oil if needed).
4. 4
   Add the cooked bacon back to the saucepan along with the undrained black beans; roughly mash using a potato masher.
5. 5
   Add in 1 cup broth and bring to a simmer stirring.
6. 6
   Simmer uncovered over low heat for 1 hour stirring occasionally adding in more broth if needed to achieve desired consistancy.
7. 7
   Season with the seasoned salt (or white salt) and black pepper to taste.