Counterfeit Refried Beans

A month ago, my family told me they wanted tacos for dinner. I was happy with this because it is an easy meal to make. Brown some meat, open some cans, chop some vegetables and you're done.

Everything was coming together smoothly until I noticed I had no refried beans, ugh. Dinner was ready all but ready, and there was not time to run the store. I could have made black beans, but Tyler requested refried beans.

So what to do… I have used kidney beans before to make refried beans. I had plenty in the pantry, but the taste to me was always something lacking. I rummaged around a bit more and decided to try something. I mean if I failed, I had that back option.

Surprise surprise, I did not fail! To be honest, my family declared my attempt better than refried beans.

So what do you need?

1 can of Ranch Style Beans    

1 can of kidney beans, drained, washed and drained again

1 Tablespoon bacon grease

Diced onions (optional)

Shredded jack cheese (optional)

 

 Directions

Over medium heat in a 2 qt saucepan, melt bacon grease

Add beans, cook for five minutes, and stir occasionally

With a potato masher, mash beans until semi-smooth

Garnish with onions and cheese if using