Holly'S Favorite Refried Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb dried pinto bean, soaked overnight
3 quarts water
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon chicken base (Knorrs)
1/4 cup bacon fat
cayenne pepper (optional)

Preparation

Soak beans in water to cover overnight.
Drain off soaking water, and cover with the 3 quarts water.
Bring the beans to a boil. Turn down to a simmer. Cook until beans are soft and tender, at least a couple hours. Longer cooking time may be required depending on the freshness of your dried beans.
With a potato masher, squish the beans until they become a soupy texture.
Add the garlic, chicken base stock and the bacon fat. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Add cayenne if desired.