As much as I love shredded pork tacos, chicken quesadillas, vegetable fajitas, and loaded nachos, in reality one of my favorite Mexican dishes comes on the side. In my opinion, refried beans are so delicious in fact that I enjoy them more than I even do my entree sometimes. On Sunday night when I made Cheesy Mexican Casserole, I knew the meal was going to be a little heavier than usual. Because of this, I wanted to make sure my side dishes were unprocessed and full of nutrients. Knowing beans are a must have every time I eat Mexican cuisine, I decided to ditch the can opener this time in place of the real deal. Let me tell you, it couldn’t have been simpler! Only 3 ingredients, and no added fat, made these beans a real winner! This is perfect as a side dish, the main protein of a meal, or even a yummy dip.
Slow Cooker Pinto and Black Beans
Ingredients
1 30 oz. can Pinto Beans
1 14.5 oz can Black Beans
1 tablespoon Taco Seasoning (Feel free to choose low sodium if you wish!)
Directions
Add pinto beans to slow cooker.
Include black beans and…
…sprinkle in taco seasoning. Stir all ingredients.
Set slow cooker on high for 4 hours, stirring once every hour, (or, set on low for 7 hours).
When timer goes off, stir leave on warm setting for 30-60 minutes.
Now is the fun part! Use a potato masher to mash beans. You could also use a food processor if you like your beans smoother, but I prefer mine a little chunkier. I like to know it’s homemade!
I wish there was a way to make this more attractive! Ha ha but let’s be honest, it’s impossible to make smashed beans look appetizing. 
Just believe me though, they taste delicious!
i’m a huge refried beans lover too! i can totally relate to looking forward to my refried beans sometimes more than my main dish.
my favorite is tortilla chips dipped in refried beans mixed with salsa.
Oh me too! Give me fresh tortilla chips, salsa, beans and guac and I am one happy girl!
Those look sooo tasty! I too enjoy refried beans, but I try not to eat them because of how bad they are for us haha. This looks like a perfect alternative!
Ha ha I know! When they are on my plate at a restaurant, I try to imagine they are just made of beans, but that is simply not true! lol
I’ve actually never made a side dish in the crock pot – only main dishes! This looks perfect – maybe as a superbowl party food!
For sure! It would be great as just a dip!
I never used to like refried beans but now I love them! They are a fantastic side dish for sure
Definitely! I like them enough to be my main course too! lol
I haven’t had refried beans in a looong time! I never used to like ANY kind of bean, but I’ve grown to like them so I should give this a try!
I am like that with a lot of things I hated as a kid, but I love now! It’s funny how our taste buds change
I love making “refried beans”. I usually just process them a little and smash some salsa in there.
That’s a good idea too! Definitely saves a little time if you’re in a pinch!
I agree the beans are usually my favorite over everything else. These look fantastic. Adding some chunky salsa and a little sour cream. Yum..
Agreed momma! You would like them a lot!!
I have never made re-fried beans but I do love them! And I am game for anything that involves a crock-pot.
Ha me too! I love my crock pot and am always looking for new ideas to use it!
I LOVE refried beans and my lazy arse always buys amy’s canned ones
These look amazing and so simple to make, thank you doll!!
xxoo
You’re welcome! These are just as easy to make as opening up a can!
YUM! Those beans look absolutely incredible!