Refried Beans
These yummy refried beans are a great side and pair well with your favorite Mexican dish!
Average Cost: $2.24 
Prep Time: 5 minutes 
Average Cook Time: 10 minutes 
Average Servings: 4 Recipe Source: FoodHero.org
Ingredients
- 1 Can (15 to 16 ounces) cooked beans (pinto or other type)
- 1 Tbsp oil
- 2 Tbsp chopped onion
- 1 Clove minced garlic or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ Tsp ground cumin (or try substituting 1/2 teaspoon chili powder)
Directions
Step 1
Drain beans and reserve liquid. (Rinse canned beans to reduce sodium.)
Step 2
Heat oil in a skillet. Add onion and garlic. Sauté until onion is soft.
Step 3
Mash beans and cumin into onion mixture in skillet. Use a potato masher or back of a spoon. Add reserved liquid or water (1 Tablespoon or more) until desired consistency is reached.
Step 4
Cook and stir bean mixture on medium heat until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Utensils Needed
- Strainer
- Skillet
- Stove
- Spoon
- Measuring spoons/cups
- Cutting board
- Cutting knife
- Serving bowl & spoon
NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1/4 Cup
| Nutrients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 120 |
| Total Fat | 3.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 200 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 18 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g |
| Total Sugars | 1 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Protein | 6 g |