Kary Osmond: Make a big batch of beans for numerous meals
This recipe for Mexican pinto beans yields creamy, tender, flavorful cooked beans that can be used in many recipes like refried beans, dips, spreads or as a meaty filler for burritos and tacos. This recipe makes a big batch, which is great for freezing, so you always have cooked pinto beans ready to go.
Mexican Pinto Beans
Serves 6 to 8
1 tablespoon oil
1 red onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin powder
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
2 cups dried pinto beans, rinsed and drained
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