Refried Beans With Spinach

Name: Refried Beans With Spinach
Ingredients: 1/2 pound bacon, coarsely chopped; 2 quarts (6 oz.) spinach leaves or mustard greens, rinsed and drained; 1 cup (1/4 lb.) shredded cheddar cheese; Salt and pepper; Chicken broth or water (optional)

5 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1/2 pound bacon, coarsely chopped
2 quarts (6 oz.) spinach leaves or mustard greens, rinsed and drained
1 cup (1/4 lb.) shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper
Chicken broth or water (optional)

Directions

1

In a 5- to 6-quart pan over medium-high heat, stir bacon until crisp, about 10 minutes. Lift out with a slotted spoon and drain on towels.
2

Add beans to drippings in pan; mash with a potato masher or beat with a mixer until creamy. Stir often over medium heat until hot, about 6 minutes.
3

Meanwhile, coarsely chop spinach. When beans are hot, add spinach; cover and stir occasionally, until wilted, about 3 minutes. Stir in half the cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste. If beans are not as creamy as you like, stir in a little broth. Pour into a bowl and sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon.