Best Basic Refried Beans

• 1 cup dried pinto beans, soaked overnight in water
• 1 cup yellow onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
• 1 whole jalapeno, seeded and chopped
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded

1. Transfer beans to a medium pot, cover with water by 2 inches and bring to a boil.
2. Lower heat and simmer for about 2 hours, or until beans are very tender, adding water as necessary to keep beans submerged.
3. Remove from heat and mash briefly with a potato masher or back of a spoon until they reach desired consistency.
4. In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and saute onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.
5. Add garlic, jalapeno, and cumin and cook for another 5 minutes.
6. Add beans and any remaining cooking liquid and stir over low heat for 10 minutes, adding a splash of water if mixture becomes too thick.
7. Top with shredded cheese and serve.

pinto beans, yellow onion, garlic, whole jalapeno, vegetable oil, ground cumin, salt, cheese

Taken from www.foodrepublic.com/recipes/best-basic-refried-beans/ (may not work)