Authentic Refried Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

Recipe Ingredients
1 (1 lb) package dried pinto bean
4 cups water
1/4 cup bacon grease (optional)
3 teaspoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon powder
1 tablespoon american chili powder

Preparation

Put beans and water into Dutch oven.
Soak at least six hours.
Pour beans into colander and rinse thoroughly.
Add two cups water back into the Dutch oven, along with bacon grease, garlic powder, bouillon and chili powder.
Bring to a boil.
Cover and reduce heat, simmering for about four to six hours.
Stir occasionally.
You'll know when the frijoles are done because they'll be very tender.
Mash until about only half are left whole.