The BEST Slow Cooker Refried Beans | Easy and Simple Crockpot Homemade Refried Beans Recipe |

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.

Cut Jalapeño in half and deseed it; cut onion in half and set aside with jalapeño.

Rinse off pinto beans.

Add pinto beans, water, cumin, onion, jalapeño, garlic cloves, and chicken bouillon to the crockpot.

Cover the crockpot and cook on high for 6-7 hours.

After 6-7 hours, remove onions, garlic, and jalapeño.

Drain about 95% of the liquid and set aside if more is needed.

Add butter and mash beans to desired texture.

Add reserved water as needed.

Serve and enjoy!

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