How to Make Canned Refried Beans Better

In a well-stocked pantry, a hand grasps a can of Rosarita organic traditional refried beans, ready to unveil how to make canned refried beans better with a few simple tips.

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How to Make Canned Refried Beans Better

If you don’t have time to make homemade Pressure Cooker Refried Beans we have ways on how to make canned refried beans better! Thinner, thicker and how to reheat.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: refried beans

Servings:

Author: Justine

Equipment

1 pot small
1 Spoon

Ingredients

1 can refried beans
1/4-1/2 c milk water or half milk, half water
1/4 tsp chili powder or finely diced jalapenos depending on how spicy you want it to be
1 pinch salt
1 wedge lime squeezed, optional

Instructions

In a pot over medium high heat add 1/4 cup of milk or water and allow to start to bubble, then add beans from the can and stir until smooth and thinner. Adjust liquid to your liking adding more until it is the perfect consistency for you.
Turn heat down to low once beans consistently bubble. Stir in some chili powder and/or diced jalapenos to add a bit of heat. Add a pinch of salt, mix to integrate. Taste, add more if desired.
Once seasoned to your liking turn off the heat and serve with cheese, crumbled feta cheese, diced green onions and/or a squeeze of fresh lime juice on the top.

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