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The BEST Refried Beans
3.3 from 21 votes

The BEST Refried Beans

Taking only minutes to prepare, these beans are packed with flavor and will have you thinking you are enjoying restuarant quality beans while in the comfort of your own home!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1/4 lb Bacon
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 dash cayenne pepper
  • 1 can pinto beans cooked rinsed drained
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup cilantro fresh, chopped
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. In a cast iron skillet (or regular if you don't have cast iron), cook the bacon until crispy. 
  2. Once cooked, remove from skillet, crumble, and set aside.
  3. Add the onion to the skillet and allow to saute in the bacon grease until golden brown and soft.
  4. Sprinkle in the chili powder and cayenne pepper. Stir.
  5. Pour in the beans and chicken stock. 
  6. Using a potato masher or large fork, mash beans to desired texture. 
  7. Stir a few times and keep over medium heat until heated through.
  8. Stir in the cilantro, bacon, and desired amount of salt/pepper.
  9. Serve!! *Garnish with additonal cilantro and shredded cheese if desired.