How To Make HOMEMADE Refried Beans

pinto beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans save time and are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective substitute.

jalapeno

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Banana peppers provide a milder flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: fresh lemon juice

💰Cheaper: bottled lemon juice

Bottled lemon juice is more affordable.

Soak 2 pounds of pinto beans overnight.

Drain and rinse the beans.

Place the soaked beans in a ceramic pot with 8 cups of water and a whole large onion and whole garlic cloves.

Cook the beans in the oven at a low temperature for 1.5 to 2 hours until soft.

Add a 7 ounce can of green chilies, 1/2 cup of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of sea seasoning, and 1 tablespoon of salt to the beans.

Use an immersion blender to puree the beans and ingredients until creamy.

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