Refried Beans

By Hklbrries

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups dry pinto beans
• 5 cups water
• 1 medium-size onion, coarsely chopped
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp molasses
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Place the beans in a large saucepan with the water and onion. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cook about 1 hour. Drain in a colander, reserving the liquid; set aside.

In the saucepan, heat the butter; add the garlic, and saute 1 minute. Return beans to the pan; mash with a potato masher, adding some of the reserved bean liquid if necessary. Stir in the molasses, chili powder, and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the beans form a thick puree.

Serve the Refried Beans immediately, or refrigerate for 1 day and reheat in a casserole at 350 F for 30 minutes. The beans are excellent when topped with grated Cheddar cheese.