Refritos (Refried Beans)

Name: Refritos (Refried Beans)
Ingredients: 2 c. raw pinto beans; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 c. chopped onion; 3 cloves crushed garlic; 1/2 minced green pepper; 2 tsp. ground cumin; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; 3 Tbsp. olive oil

8 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

2 c. raw pinto beans
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. chopped onion
3 cloves crushed garlic
1/2 minced green pepper
2 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. black pepper
3 Tbsp. olive oil

Directions

1

Bring to soak the beans at least 3 hours before you need them. Cover the pintos with water and let soak 1 1/2 hours or more. Cover with more water and cook, partially covered, until well done, usually 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Make sure you check their water level periodically while they cook.
2

When they are soft, drain off excess water and mash them well with a wooden pestle or a potato masher.