15.5 ounces pinto beans , or 1 can, rinsed and drained

2 tbsp. bacon fat, or vegetable oil

¾ cup onions, finely chopped

2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped

½ tsp. ground cumin

½ tsp. chili powder

½ cup water

salt

pepper, to taste

Heat the bacon fat or oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the onions and sauté until softened and lightly browned.

Add the garlic, cumin and chili powder and cook 1-2 more minutes.

Add drained beans and the water.

Cover and reduce heat to medium.

Simmer until beans are very tender and thickened, about 5 minutes.

If they become too thick or dry, add more water.

Mash the beans with a fork, wooden spoon or a potato masher, until they are mashed but still chunky.

You can vary this by adding cayenne pepper, fresh hot minced peppers, cheese or salsa.

Sugar: 1g

:

Calcium: 42mg

Calories: 160kcal

Carbohydrates: 22g

Cholesterol: 5mg

Fat: 6g

Fiber: 7g

Iron: 2mg

Potassium: 364mg

Protein: 7g

Saturated Fat: 2g

Sodium: 17mg

Vitamin A: 122IU

Vitamin C: 2mg