Big Papa Ed's Quick And Tasty Frijoles Recipe

Tired of bland, canned refried beans? This recipe, inspired by my mom's legendary homemade version, delivers incredible flavor in just 30 minutes! Using canned beans as a shortcut, this recipe achieves that authentic, from-scratch taste your family will crave. My kids refuse to eat anything else – they're that good! Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 357.8 kcal
Protein 33g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Big Papa Ed's Quick And Tasty Frijoles

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How to Make Big Papa Ed's Quick And Tasty Frijoles

  1. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside. Reserve bacon grease in the skillet.
  2. Add chopped onion to the skillet with the bacon grease and sauté for 2 minutes, until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic and jalapeño (if using) to the skillet. Sauté with onions for another 2 minutes, until fragrant. Reduce heat if necessary to prevent burning.
  4. Add the can of pinto beans (including the liquid), 1/2 cup of water, 1 teaspoon of salt, and the cooked bacon to the skillet.
  5. Bring mixture to a full boil for 1 minute.
  6. Reduce heat to a low simmer. Do not cover the skillet.
  7. Stir occasionally.
  8. After about 10 minutes, mash the beans with a wire potato masher to your desired consistency (chunky or smoother).
  9. Simmer for another 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add a little more water if needed to reach desired consistency.
  10. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

19g

Carbs

15g