Easy Refried Beans

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. dry pinto beans or black beans
  • 8 c. water
  • 2/3 c. picante sauce
  • 1/4 c. finely chopped onion
  • 1 Tbsp. salt
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 c. butter or margarine (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sort through and discard any foreign material.
  2. Thoroughly wash and drain beans.
  3. Combine beans, water, 1/3 cup of picante sauce, onion, salt and garlic in a Dutch oven.
  4. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover; simmer 3 to 4 hours or until beans are tender and mash easily.
  5. Stir occasionally.
  6. Drain beans, reserving liquid.
  7. Return beans to Dutch oven or large mixing bowl.
  8. Add butter and remaining picante sauce.
  9. Beat at low speed with mixer, adding liquid as necessary, until desired consistency.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

387 kcal 19% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.6g 7% DV
Total Fat 32.8g 42% DV
Carbs 19.8g 7% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 2.2g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9990.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 83mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.3mcg
Vitamin C 2mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 26.8mg 2% 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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