Authentic Refried Beans

This is an awesome recipe I found online at MexGrocer

• Ready In: 4 hrs 20 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• Recipe Ingredients

• 1 (1 lb) package dried pinto bean
• 4  cups water
• 1⁄4 cup bacon grease (optional)
• 3  teaspoons garlic powder
• 2  tablespoons chicken bouillon powder
• 1  tablespoon  american chili powder

Directions

1. Put beans and water into Dutch oven.
2. Soak at least six hours.
3. Pour beans into colander and rinse thoroughly.
4. Add two cups water back into the Dutch oven, along with bacon grease, garlic powder, bouillon and chili powder.
5. Bring to a boil.
6. Cover and reduce heat, simmering for about four to six hours.
7. Stir occasionally.
8. You'll know when the frijoles are done because they'll be very tender.
9. Mash until about only half are left whole.