I tend to prefer charro beans, but tonight, given my mission to work through saved recipes, I opted for this recipe (that & we were having fajitas). I’m so glad I did – I found these to be absolutely perfect!

They’re called “cheater” refried beans because they’re made from a can as opposed to buying dried beans, sorting out the pebbles/ stones & then allowing to cook all day. At the end of the day, beans are beans – might as well save some time & crack open a can.

Ingredients:

2 cans of 15oz or 1 can of 28oz pinto beans (not drained)

1 tbsp chili powder

1 tbsp flour

2-3 tbsps oil

1/2 cup Colby Jack cheese, shredded

3/4 tsp Kosher salt

Preparation:

In a medium saucepan, heat the oil to medium heat. Whisk in the chili powder & flour, stir in the beans, & mash. Allow it to thicken. Once thickened, add in shredded cheese, salt, & stir to combine.

Enjoy!

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