Mexican Refried Beans
Servings: 4
Calories: 303kcal
Mexican Refried Beans are an easy homemade refried bean recipe using pinto beans, green chilies, cheese and Mexican spices. Ready in just 15 minutes!
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 15- ounce cans Luck’s Pinto Beans , undrained
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 garlic cloves , minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4.5 ounces canned green chilies , drained
- ¾ cup cheddar cheese , shredded
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy bottom sauce pan. Add minced garlic, cumin and cayenne pepper. Sauté for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
- Add both cans of Luck’s Pinto Beans, heat for 3-4 minutes.
- Using a potato masher or large fork, mash beans well until desired consistency.
- Fold in green chilies and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Serve immediately.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!
Notes
You can also make your pinto beans from scratch.
Nutrition
Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 240mg | Potassium: 574mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 420IU | Vitamin C: 5.9mg | Calcium: 217mg | Iron: 3mg
