Authentic Refried Beans

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Ingredients

  • Recipe Ingredients
  • 1 (1 lb) package dried pinto bean
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup bacon grease (optional)
  • 3 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder
  • 1 tablespoon american chili powder

Instructions

  1. Put beans and water into Dutch oven.
  2. Soak at least six hours.
  3. Pour beans into colander and rinse thoroughly.
  4. Add two cups water back into the Dutch oven, along with bacon grease, garlic powder, bouillon and chili powder.
  5. Bring to a boil.
  6. Cover and reduce heat, simmering for about four to six hours.
  7. Stir occasionally.
  8. You'll know when the frijoles are done because they'll be very tender.
  9. Mash until about only half are left whole.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

225 kcal 11% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.7g 19% DV
Total Fat 15.3g 20% DV
Carbs 12g 4% DV
Fiber 1g 4% DV
Sugar 1.1g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 502.8mg 22% DV
Potassium 143.5mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 25.5mg 9% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.3mcg
Vitamin C 0.1mg
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 14.5mg 1% DV
Iron 1.3mg 7% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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