Homemade Refried Beans
By: Tess Gardner from Slow Cooking Kitchen
Homemade Refried Beans
So many of us buy refried beans in a can when we want to make a Mexican meal. But, did you know you can make nearly twice the amount of refried bean from scratch with the cost of one can of store-bought beans? Save your money and give this recipe a try. It's not only healthier for you, you can control your ingredients without added preservatives.
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Ingredients
- 3 cup dry pinto beans
- 4 1/2 quart water
- 4 ounce green chiles, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chipotle chile pepper
- 2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1/3 cup unrefined virgin coconut oil
- 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
Instructions
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Place dry beans and water in 6 quart slow cooker, cover and cook on high for 6.5 hours.
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Drain and rinse cooked beans.
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Spray a large pot with non-stick cooking spray; add all remaining ingredients and simmer for 30 minutes, over medium heat, stirring frequently until beans are desired consistency. Enjoy!