Basic Refried Beans

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried pinto beans or 2 cups dried kidney beans or 2 cups dried black beans
• 1 onion
• peeled and finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pinch salt

Instructions

1. Soak beans for at least 8 hours.
2. Add beans, onion, garlic and oil to crockpot and cook on low for 10 to 12 hours.
3. Drain beans, reserving 1 to 2 cups of liquid.
4. Process until desired consistency in food processor, adding liquid as necessary.
5. Salt to taste.