MEXICAN BEANS-FRIJOLES
Authentic and delicious. I learned this one from being married into a Hispanic family. Moms, Aunts, and Grandmothers had a few little twists upon it, but heres how it goes.
Provided by Chef Jeff in St Aug
Categories Beans
Time 3h
Yield 1 1/2 Pints, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Add beans to water and bring to a boil, then partially cover and bring to a simmer.
- Chop the Onion, Garlic, and Bacon and add into the pot. Add the rest of the ingredients except Salt, Bacon grease and Cheese.
- Simmer for 2 hours adding water if necessary to keep beans covered.
- After the 2 hours add the Salt and Bacon grease. Correct seasoning with more cumin, oregano, and cilantro (don't add more salt yet). Simmer 30 more minutes.
- Taste again and correct seasoning, this time you can add more salt, if desired.
- Drain beans reserving 1 cup of cooking liquid. Put beans back into pot and mash with a potato masher or 'boat motor', adding the cooking liquid until you have desired consistency. Mix in the cheese and serve immediately.Garnish with more cheese and fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.4, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 9.4, Sodium 993.2, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 1.5, Protein 7.7
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Muhammad Shezan
m.s1@gmail.comI've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. The beans are always perfectly cooked and the flavor is delicious. I love serving them with rice, avocado, and salsa.
richard friday
friday-r@yahoo.comThis recipe is amazing! The beans are so tender and flavorful. I love the smoky flavor from the chipotle peppers.
3D Shankkar Gaming
g-365@gmail.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but my beans turned out really mushy. I think I might have cooked them for too long.
liam jumaa
j_liam@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The beans are done in under 30 minutes and they're packed with flavor.
Sethabile Qwabe
qwabe-sethabile60@hotmail.comLove this recipe! The beans are so creamy and flavorful. I could eat them every day.
Kayleigh Wareing
w_k98@hotmail.frThis recipe was a total fail. The beans were undercooked and the flavor was bland. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Angel Ukah
a-ukah16@yahoo.comI've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit. The beans are always perfectly cooked and the flavor is amazing. I love serving them with rice and vegetables.
AFIFA Maryam
mafifa@gmail.comThis recipe is a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less chili powder next time.
Deantha aton
a-d76@aol.comI'm not a big fan of beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The beans were so flavorful and creamy. I'll definitely be making this again.
Basma Metawea
metawea.b82@gmail.comThis recipe is a great way to use up leftover beans. I always have a can or two of beans in my pantry and this is a great way to turn them into a delicious meal.
KaylaPaige Raines
r_k@yahoo.comGreat recipe! I love the smoky flavor of the beans. I served them with enchiladas and they were perfect.
Dipin Gurung
dipin_gurung@hotmail.frThis recipe was a disappointment. The beans were mushy and lacked flavor. I won't be making this again.
Sabbir13 sabbir
s.sabbir@hotmail.comI've made this recipe several times and it's always a success. The beans are always flavorful and tender. I love serving them with rice and avocado.
Hanifa Abba
abba.h96@yahoo.comThe beans were a bit bland for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll add some more spices next time.
Parbati hotel And lodge
h.parbati44@hotmail.comEasy to follow recipe and the beans turned out great! I used canned beans to save time and they still had a lot of flavor. Served them with tacos and they were a hit.
Nargis Begum
n.b99@yahoo.comThis recipe is a keeper! The beans were so flavorful and tender. I served them with rice and grilled chicken and it was a hit with my family. Will definitely be making this again.