Refried Beans

Name: Refried Beans
Ingredients: 4 c. water; 1 1/4 c. pinto beans; 1/4 tsp. ginger; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 1/4 c. margarine; 3/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. garlic powder; 1/4 tsp. cumin; 1/4 tsp. chili powder; 1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

10 ingredients

9 steps

Ingredients

4 c. water
1 1/4 c. pinto beans
1/4 tsp. ginger
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/4 c. margarine
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. cumin
1/4 tsp. chili powder
1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

1

Put first 3 ingredients in pot; bring to a boil for 2 minutes. Let stand 1 hour.
2

Pour off water.
3

Cover with fresh water just to barely cover.
4

Boil gently 1 1/2 hours or until tender.
5

Add onion.
6

Continue cooking until onion is soft.
7

Pour off excess liquid, if any.
8

Mash beans, while hot, and add remaining ingredients.
9

Bake at 350° for 15 minutes with 1/2 cheese on top.