Better than canned Refried Beans | Semi Homemade

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.

Take a couple of cans of pinto beans and put them in your pot or skillet.

Save some of the juice from the cans to control the consistency later.

Empty the rest of the beans and juice into your pot or skillet.

Add seasonings: paprika, cumin, and garlic salt to taste.

Bring the mixture to a simmer until the beans are nice and soft.

Use a potato masher or the bottom of a cup to mash the beans to your desired consistency.

For a super smooth texture, heat the beans and then blend them in a blender.

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