Clean Eating – Refried Beans

Ingredients

• 3 cups dried pinto beans
• 16 1/2 cups water, divided
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Place beans in a slow cooker and cover with 8 cups water; soak for 8 to 10 hours.

Drain and rinse beans and return to slow cooker; top with 8 cups fresh water.

Cook beans on Low for 8 to 10 hours. Drain.

Combine 1/2 cup water, beans, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a skillet over medium heat; mash beans to desired consistency.