How to Make Refried Beans Quick and Easy - Cooking with Kelly!

pinto beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans are more nutritious, while canned beans save time and money.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

Start with 9 small cans of pinto beans, draining most of the liquid.

Add the beans to a pot with a little bit of water, just enough to avoid a soupy consistency.

Add 1 can of evaporated milk and 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise to the pot.

Heat the mixture on high until it starts to boil, then reduce to low-medium heat to simmer.

Mash the beans with a masher or use an emulsifier to blend them until desired consistency is reached.

Simmer the beans for 45 minutes to an hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Add powdered garlic to taste during cooking, and optionally add pepper at the end.

Once the beans are thickened and cooked, add cheese if desired.

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