Homemade Refried Beans (Slow Cooker Recipe)

slow cooker refried beans in a shallow white serving bowl

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Homemade Refried Beans (Slow Cooker Recipe)

Slow cooker homemade refried beans are an easy, hands off way to make a creamy, flavorful side using a few ingredients you probably have on hand. They cook low and slow for rich flavor and a smooth texture, making them perfect for tacos, burritos, or easy weeknight meals.

Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Total Time8 10

Course: Dinner, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Mexican, Tex Mex

Servings:

Calories: 180kcal

Author: Meaghan - The Quicker Kitchen

Ingredients

1 large yellow onion peeled & halved
3 cups dried pinto beans rinsed
1/4 - 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper seeded & diced
2 1/2 tbsp minced garlic
3 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp ground cumin
5 cups water
4 cups chicken broth

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Instructions

Add the onion, beans, jalapeno, and seasonings to the bowl of a slow cooker.
1 large yellow onion, 3 cups dried pinto beans, 1/4 - 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper, 2 1/2 tbsp minced garlic, 3 tsp salt, 1 1/2 tsp pepper, 1/8 tsp ground cumin
Pour in the water and broth. Stir everything together to evenly combine.
5 cups water, 4 cups chicken broth
Cover and cook on HIGH for 8 hours, adding more water if needed.
Strain off (and reserve) the liquid in the slow cooker, but be careful as the crock will be HOT.
Using a potato masher smash the beans and stir until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Some slow cookers may run hotter than others. This is why you may need to add additional liquid as the beans cook. You shouldn't need to add more than a cup total in liquid though. If you find you need more than a cup, turn the temperature to low instead.
Adjust the seasoning to suit your tastes.
These are only mildly spicy. For more heat, add more jalapeno.

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