Chorizo Refried Beans
Photo: Annabelle Breakey; Styling: Randy Mon
Time: 15 minutes. Chorizo makes these velvety beans extra-rich and savory. If you're in a real rush (or don't want chorizo), just microwave the beans, thinned with a bit of water, while you're making the huevos rancheros.
How to Make It
Step 1
1
Cook chorizo in oil in a large nonstick frying pan over low heat, mashing, until it starts to brown, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
2
Add beans and a few tablespoons of water to thin them if necessary. Heat for a few minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn out onto warm plates and top with cheese if you like.
Step 3
3
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.
Ingredients
6 ounces Mexican chorizo, squished out of casing and crumbled
4 tablespoons canola oil
2 cans (15 oz.) refried pinto beans
About 1/4 cup shredded jack cheese (optional)
Directions
Step 1
1
Cook chorizo in oil in a large nonstick frying pan over low heat, mashing, until it starts to brown, about 5 minutes.
Step 2
2
Add beans and a few tablespoons of water to thin them if necessary. Heat for a few minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn out onto warm plates and top with cheese if you like.
Step 3
3
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.