Refried Beans

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I mentioned our attempt at refried beans in another thread, there is so much to learn about Mexican and American food.

www.hearthandhome.proboards44.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=recipes&thread=1153894308&page=1

Here is a refried bean recipe aired on TV in Australia.

www.lifestylefood.com.au/recipes/recipe.asp?id=1526

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Dd and I love refried beans. I use kidney beans, soak overnight, boil up the next day. Once cooked, a finely diced onion is sauteed in light olive oil in a stainless steel frypan, then in go about half of the beans. I keep the pan over a medium-low heat, and mash the beans while adding oil until they get to an almost creamy consistency. I add a little salt while mashing.

We put a good scoop of refried beans on a square of mountain bread - the corn variety - and sprinkle on some grated cheese and mild taco sauce. They are delicious. If they're for a meal, I'll add a salad.