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Slow-Cooker Refried-Style Beans (No Frying)

Slow-Cooker Refried-Style Beans (No Frying) deliver creamy, restaurant-style texture with the gentle heat of jalapeño, sweet onion depth, and a whisper of cumin. The long simmer coaxes rich, rounded flavor from pinto beans, perfect for taco nights, burrito bowls, or as a hearty side at casual gatherings.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook8 hrs
  • Serves15
  • DifficultyEasy
Slow-Cooker Refried-Style Beans (No Frying)
  1. 1

    Gather all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Put the beans, onion, jalapeño, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin into a slow cooker. Pour in the water and stir to combine.

  3. 3

    Cook on High until the beans are very tender, about 8 hours; add more water as needed.

  4. 4

    Strain the beans and reserve the cooking liquid.

  5. 5

    Transfer the beans to a large, shallow bowl. Mash the beans with a potato masher, adding the reserved cooking liquid as needed to reach the desired consistency.

  6. 6

    Enjoy!