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Canned Refried Beans

Get perfectly creamy restaurant-style beans by adding just THREE extra ingredients to your canned refried beans!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6
Author: Lil' Luna

Ingredients

  • 1 (30-ounce) can refried beans, canned
  • ¼ cup crisco shortening
  • ⅔ cup milk
  • 1-2 cups cheese

Instructions

  • Combine beans, shortening, and milk in a pot over medium heat. Stir vigorously with a fork or wire whisk until silky smooth. Add cheese and let it melt before serving. Enjoy with warm tortillas or tortilla chips.

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Notes

STORE. Keep these best refried beans in an airtight container in the fridge, or a bowl covered tightly with plastic wrap for 3-4 days.
FREEZE. For longer storage, freeze for several months. To reheat, thaw, put in a saucepan, set the stove to low heat, and stir until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 262kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 944mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Calcium: 213mg | Iron: 1.4mg