Smoked Refried Beans | Weber Kettle Recipe | How to make homemade refried beans

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🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

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Soak pinto beans overnight and sort them to remove any rocks.

Add 1 whole jalapeno (with some seeds) and 1/2 green bell pepper to the beans.

Add 1 whole diced white onion to the mixture.

Mix in 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon of cumin, salt, and pepper.

Cover the beans with 2 cups of chicken stock and 4 cups of hot water.

Place the mixture in a tin and smoke on the Weber kettle at about 300 degrees for about 2 hours.

After smoking, drain the beans, reserving the cooking liquid.

Heat 1/2 cup of lard in a 12-inch cast iron skillet until melted.

Add the drained beans to the skillet in batches to avoid splattering.

Use a potato masher to mash the beans to a rustic consistency, adding reserved cooking liquid as needed to achieve creaminess.

If the beans aren't smooth enough, blend them for a smoother texture.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve topped with cilantro and queso fresco.

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