Frijoles Refritos (Classic Mexican Refried Beans) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 tablespoons vegetable oil or 3 tablespoons bacon drippings
4 cloves peeled and finely chopped garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cups undrained cooked beans (slightly warm for easy mashing Note Canned beans may be used)
salt

Preparation

Mash the beans in a bowl.
In a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
Add the onion and the garlic; cook and stir until onion is deep golden, about 10 minutes.
Stir in the mashed beans and cook for about one minute.
Add salt to taste.
Makes about one pint.