Homemade Refried Beans

With this homemade refried beans recipe, you'll have zesty, creamy refried beans in no time, perfect for a side dish, tacos, huevos rancheros and more.

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ingredients

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– Heat the oil in a large pan and add the onion and jalapeno peppers. Cook them down to soften. – Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin and salt. Cook. – Add the beans and water. Give it a stir and cover. Cook.

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– Mash the beans with a fork or a potato masher to your desired consistency. Remove from heat.

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– Stir in the lime juice and hot sauce, if desired.

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Enjoy!

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Homemade Refried Beans

How to Make

With this homemade refried beans recipe, you'll have zesty, creamy refried beans in no time, perfect for a side dish, tacos, huevos rancheros and more.

ingredients

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– Heat the oil in a large pan and add the onion and jalapeno peppers. Cook them down to soften. – Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin and salt. Cook. – Add the beans and water. Give it a stir and cover. Cook.

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– Mash the beans with a fork or a potato masher to your desired consistency. Remove from heat.

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– Stir in the lime juice and hot sauce, if desired.

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Enjoy!

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