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How to Make Easy Refried Beans the Healthier Way

These healthy refried beans are perfect for a variety of meals.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 5 minutes
Course: Condiment, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Budget-Friendly, dairy-free, Diabetic-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Paleo, Plant-Based, Vegetarian
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 200kcal
Author: Chef Nichole

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 1 pound pinto beans dried
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Sort and rinse the pinto beans. Combined the beans and garlic to a large soup pot and pour the water over top. The beans should be completely covered.
  • Bring to a boil, once boiling reduce to a simmer. Simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours stirring every 20 minutes or so. Once the beans are soft, remove the lid and continue to cook uncovered until all water is absorbed. Mash the beans to desired consistency and add salt. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 253mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 1g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 5
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SmartPoints (Freestyle): 5
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 5