Frijoles Borracho

From Vegetarian Express by Nava Atlas and Lillian Kayte.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1⁄2 cup  light beer
• 3 -4  scallions, sliced
• 2 -3  tablespoons  chopped mild green chilies, to taste
• 1  teaspoon ground cumin

Directions

1. Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a simmer.
2. Using a potato masher, mash about half of the beans.
3. Simmer gently but steadily for another 2-3 minutes or until the liquid base becomes a thick sauce.
4. *This dish thickens up as it stands; if you are reheating leftover, add a small amount of water to loosen the consistency.