Easy Creamy Refried Beans Food

EASY REFRIED BEANS

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the olive oil until shimmering. Add the onions and salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened and are turning translucent, about 5 to 8 minutes.
• Add the garlic, chili powder and cumin. Cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in the drained beans and water. Stir, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
• Reduce the heat to low and remove the lid. Use a potato masher or the back of a fork to mash up about at least half of the beans, until you reach your desired consistency. Continue to cook the beans, uncovered, stirring often, for 3 more minutes.
• Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cilantro and lime juice. Taste, and add more salt and lime juice if necessary. If the beans seem dry, add a very small splash of water and stir to combine. Cover until you're ready to serve.

EASY REFRIED REFRIED BEANS

Steps:

• Gently fry the bacon until near crisp.
• Add onion to the bacon grease and saute until tender.
• Add the refried beans and water.
• Stir and simmer until creamy and heated through.
• Place in a serving bowl and top with shredded cheese.
• The heat of the beans will melt the cheese.
• Serve with hot tortillas and/or tostada chips.

EASY CREAMY REFRIED BEANS

Steps:

• Preheat a small dutch oven over medium heat. Add olive oil, onion and salt. Saute over low heat for 10 minutes. Add spices and minced garlic, jalapeno and saute for another 2 minutes. If you have time continue to saute over low heat for even longer to slightly caramelize the onions which gives the dish incredible flavor.
• Add the two cans of pinto beans and water. Turn the heat to medium to high heat and stir until well incorporated. Cook until liquid is slightly reduced, about 10 minutes.
• Add cilantro, lime zest and lime juice.
• Use an immersion blender to blend the beans until smooth and creamy. Continue to simmer to reduce the liquid until the refried beans are desired thickness. The refried beans will continue to thicken as it cools.
• Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
• Serve immediately while hot or warm with desired garnishes. My favorite garnishes are red onions, fresh cilantro and lime zest.
• For storing, allow to fully cool to room temperature and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Add 1/4 cup filtered water to rehydrate if needed before serving leftovers.

QUICK AND EASY REFRIED BEANS

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a skillet.
• Add the onion, garlic, and peppers if you are using them. Cook for 4-5 minutes until onion begins to soften.
• Add the beans and broth. Cook for about 5 minutes until beans are warm.
• Turn off the heat and season with salt and pepper. Mash the beans using a spoon or potato masher (preferred method) or pulse in a food processor/blender to your desired texture.