Instant Refried Bean Mix

From Linda Larsen,
Your Guide to Busy Cooks.
 

I haven't tried this recipe, so try at your own risk. Make your own Instant Refried Beans mix for fast Mexican dinners.

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 cups dried beans, any variety
• 1 Tbsp. ground cumin
• 1 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1 Tbsp. salt
• 1 Tbsp. dried minced onion
• 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp. pepper

PREPARATION:

In a coffee grinder, food mill or blender, grind beans until they resemble flour. Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl until they are well blended. Store mix in a large airtight container or jar in a cool, dry place.

Refried Beans:

3/4 cup Instant Refried Beans Mix
2-1/2 cups boiling water

Combine bean mix and water in a medium-sized saucepan. Mix with a wire whisk until combined. Mixture may be lumpy. That's okay; they will just add texture to the finished product. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring frequently, cover pan, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 4-5 minutes or until thickened. Mixture will thicken more as it cools.