Refried Beans (out of the American Test Kitchen Cookbook)
3 cans dark red kidney beans (drained)
1 cup water
5 T. olive oil
1 onion, minced
1 jalapeno, minced
1/2 t. salt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 t. cumin
1/2 c. cilantro, minced
hot sauce
Process beans and water in food processor (I dont have a food processor so I use a blender).
Heat oil in non stick skillet over med. heat. Add onion, jalapeno, and salt. Cook until soft (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and cumin and cook until fragrant (15-30 seconds). Stir in beand and cook until thickened (about 10 minutes). Stir in cilantro and season with hot sauce (I don't use the hot sauce).
