Refried Black Beans

By Alqualonde

Refried beans are typically made from pinto beans, but black beans work well, too. Add a dab of sour cream if you crave a little richness.

Ingredients

• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, including liquid
• 1 or 2 garlic cloves, pressed
• 1 1/2 t olive oil
• 1 T cumin
• 1 t coriander
• pinch red pepper flakes
• pinch smoked chipotle hot pepper
• ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Pour the beans into a medium bowl. Using a potato masher, mash beans with their liquid, into a coarse puree.
Heat oil in a medium sauce pan. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add black beans to the pan and stir together mashing with the back of a spoon.
Continue to cook, stirring occasionally until hot. Season with spices to taste. Remove from heat and set aside until time to assemble quesadillas.