9 May, 2015
Slow Cooker Refried Beans
[blue_heading] Slow Cooker Refried Beans $0.15 per half a cup [/blue_heading]
The two words I would use to really describe everything about this recipe is as follows…
CHEAP and EASY..and no, placing those two words in a description does not always mean a bad thing; I mean come on guys just look at my blog for proof!
I’ve become fascinated with the whole “one pot meal” idea, which for a bachelor is a godsend for the whole week. I don’t even own a dishwasher(never have) so doing dishes is a more or less meditative process for me; similar to how marathoners describe running.
So I guess what I am saying is that I like the idea of keeping it simple….simplicity. If that means creating my meal in as few pots and pans as possible i’m all for it!
This is a totally straight forward recipe for a very basic refried beans so add anything you’d like…eg. cheese, tortillas, nachos, spices/seasonings.
I enjoy showing you an example of what i’m into and letting you guys run with your own idea and variations because everyone in however small or big a way is creative and it sometimes just takes practice to make it clear to some of us. If you’d like to show me your creations send me a message…Spoon up my friends!
*Tip- Using dried beans is cheaper than canned beans. Add dried beans to a bowl and add enough water to cover the top of the beans and let it sit overnight(no gas and huge volume!).
Macros:
Calories-130 per 1/2 cup serving
Protein-8g
Carbs-23g
Fat-1.2g
- 1 lbs dried pinto beans $1.37
- 1 tbs olive oil $0.06
- 1/2 Onion $0.38
- 4 cloves Minced Garlic $0.19
- 2 tsp Ground Cumin $0.04
- 2 tsp S&P $0.02
- Turn slow cooker(crock pot) on high and add your tbs of olive oil. Assemble your main ingredients.
- Cut up your onion and garlic.
- Add all of your ingredients into the slow cooker then cover and let it sit for 7-8 hours on high.
- After the beans have cooked for about 8 hours drain and keep the excess water and start smashing the beans adding a little bit of that saved water back into the beans until your get a nice consistency. I like mine on the thicker side but if you enjoy a smoother dish just add more water.
- Now wasn't that one of the easiest things you've ever made in the kitchen? I thought so great job!
