Schmaltz-Refried Pinto Beans
Schmaltz-Refried Pinto Beans is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Cook bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat, turning often, until browned and lightly crisped, 8–10 minutes.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionCook bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat, turning often, until browned and lightly crisped, 8–10 minutes.
Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 8–10 minutes.
Add chile de árbol and cumin and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add beans and 4 cups water.
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover.
Simmer, stirring occasionally and adding more water if needed to keep beans just covered, until beans are tender and beginning to fall apart, 1 1/2–2 hours.
Season with salt and pepper and let sit 30 minutes to absorb seasoning.
Heat schmaltz in a pot or skillet over medium.
Add beans and their cooking liquid and cook, mashing with a potato masher, until beans are nearly smooth and very thick, about 5 minutes.
Stir in vinegar.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper and more vinegar, if desired.
Thin with water if needed to loosen just before serving.
Beans can be cooked and/or refried 3 days ahead.
Let cool; cover and chill.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.