Crockpot Refried Bean Recipe
Beans are a frugal super food...they cost pennies and are packed with protein and fiber. A can of refried beans costs about $1, and this Crock Pot Refried Bean Recipe can be made for about 50¢. So, what do you do with all these refried beans? Why don't you have a "Make Your Own Burrito Bar" for dinner or make The Budget Diet's Easy Mexican Rice Recipe, and you'll have the obligatory accompaniment to any Mexican Dinner.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup dry pinto beans rinsed and drained
- 1 small onion chopped or 1/2 cup frozen chopped onion
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
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Add all the ingredients to your crockpot.
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Add 5 cups hot water or enough to cover your beans plus 2 inches.
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Cover and cook on high for 4 hours.*
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Drain.
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Use a potato masher to get that perfect refried bean consistency.
Recipe Notes
*Crock pot cooking times vary, so please make a note on this recipe with the cooking time for your pot.
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