Cheesy Pinto Beans with Rice (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 cloves garlic
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1 jalapeño (optional)
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1 tablespoon cooking oil
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2 cans (15oz each) pinto beans
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1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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2 dashes hot sauce
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
# Instructions:
01 -
Mince the garlic and finely dice the jalapeño (removing its stem and seeds if using).
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Add the garlic, jalapeño, and cooking oil to a pot. Sauté over medium heat for about one minute, or until the garlic becomes very fragrant.
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Add one can of pinto beans, including its liquid, to a blender and purée until smooth.
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Add the puréed beans and the second can of drained pinto beans to the pot with the garlic and jalapeño. Stir to combine.
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Add the smoked paprika, ground cumin, freshly cracked black pepper, and hot sauce to the beans. Stir well and heat over medium, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly warmed.
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Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the beans and stir until it melts smoothly. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
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Serve the cheesy pinto beans over rice or as a complement to your favorite meal.