Pati Jinich - Fiesta Refried Beans

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

Cook 1 pound of pinto beans with a piece of onion, covered with water, until very soft and tender.

Add salt at the end to enhance flavor.

Add all the beans and 2 cups of the cooking liquid to a blender.

Include 2 chipotles in adobo and puree until slightly textured, not completely smooth.

In a skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil.

Add the pureed bean mixture to the skillet and cook until it thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded Oaxaca and quesadilla cheese until melted and fully incorporated.

Check if the refried beans are ready by looking for a trail in the mixture and listening for bubbling sounds.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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