This traditional vegetarian and vegan refried bean recipe tastes great with hardly any fat! You can sprinkle in Monterey jack cheese if you're vegetarian.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
4 hr 15 mins
Total Time
4 hr 30 mins
Calories
161 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Place beans in a large saucepan and cover with water by 1 inch. Place over high heat and bring to a boil. When beans come to a boil, drain and return them to the same pot.
Step 2
Cover beans with water by 2 inches; stir in 1 tablespoon garlic, tomato, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, and simmer until beans are very soft, about 3 hours and 45 minutes, adding water as needed.
Step 3
Once beans have cooked, mash them with remaining garlic, oil, and salt; add water as needed to achieve desired consistency. Place over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
