Homemade Refried Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups water
8 ounces dry pinto beans
1/4 cup butter
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation

Combine the water and beans on stove. Bring to a boil and time it for two minutes.
Remove from heat and cover. Let sit for one hour.
Add enough water to cover beans and bring to a boil again. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
Mash beans and add the butter, salt and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
Serve remaining cheese on top of each serving.