Easy Slow Cooker Refried Beans

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Slow Cooker Refried Beans
https://www.momontimeout.com/slow-cooker-refried-beans/


These beans will pretty much blow you away with their amazing flavor and texture. No, they are not refried. They just look, taste, and act like refried beans but are infinitely more healthy.

Slow Cooker Refried Beans are the perfect accompaniment to your favorite enchiladas and make the most delicious bean and cheese burritos for a quick dinner later on in the week.

Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 8 hours Total Time8 hours 10 minutes
Servings 10 servings Calories 238 kcal

Ingredients
3 cups dry pinto beans rinsed and picked through
1 jalapeno pepper seeded and chopped
1 yellow onion peeled and quartered
3 cloves garlic minced
2 tsp pepper
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cumin
64 oz low sodium chicken broth or stock plus enough water to cover beans entirely

Instructions

1. Place beans, chopped jalapeno, onion quarters, garlic, and seasonings into a slow cooker.

2. Pour the broth over the top and stir gently. If the beans are not covered, add water until they are.

3. Cook beans on high for 8-9 hours, checking occasionally and adding additional water if needed.

4. Check for tenderness and then strain off the liquid, reserving it in a small bowl.

5. Mash the beans with a potato masher, adding in liquid until desired consistency is reached.