The Secret to Creamy Refried Beans Every Time

If you love Mexican food, chances are you also enjoy refried beans. Have you ever wondered how to recreate the beans that the restaurant gives you, without making your own? Here is a tried and true kitchen hack that will give you smooth and creamy, flavorful refried beans every time.

We love tacos, tostadas, and burritos in this house and over the years I have found an easy and delicious way to get your beans smooth and creamy just like the restaurant does. It is a simple hack that I think you will love.

First, I start with the Spicy beans if there is just a few of us eating. My hubby does not care for much spicy foods, so I will mix 1 can of regular and 1 can of the spicy to get some flavor but make it not too hot for him when there are more people at the table. Or you can add a bit of salsa or hot sauce if you like more flavor.

In a medium saucepan, add the 2 cans and put it on low to medium heat. Then start with 1/8th of a cup of water and mix it in with a spatula while smoothing out the mixture. If you want a thinner and smoother texture, add an additional 1/8th cup of water as it warms up. Do not add too much water. Just a bit at a time so you can control the thickness.

What you end up with is a creamy texture that is not dry or lumpy. Perfect for spreading on tortillas or shells to your liking. Great for adding to nachos too!

Hope you give it a try next time you make canned beans and enjoy!

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