Refried Beans From Scratch

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse beans under cold running water, picking out any debris or bad beans.
2. 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. 3
   stir in salt, cover and simmer over very low heat for 30-45 min until beans are very soft. DO NOT DRAIN.
4. 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. 5
   Increase heat to high. add 1 cup undrained beans. cook and stir, mashing the beans with a a potato masher.
6. 6
   as beans begin to dry, add another 1 cup undrained beans. cook and stir mashing beans.
7. 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.