Frijoles Refritos II (Refried Beans)

Description: A great way to beat the heat of hot food. Edge dish with chopped tomatoes and serve sour cream on the side.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups canned pinto beans
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• salt
• pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin (optional)
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese or 1/2 cup romano cheese

Steps:

1. Wash and drain beans.
2. Place in a bowl and mash.
3. Add spices and work them in.
4. (I use my hands).
5. In a small fry pan, (medium heat) 3 tbls, of olive oil.
6. Add beans, stir and warm through.
7. Press bean down and lower heat.
8. Let beans brown on the bottom for 3-4 minutes.
9. Do not stir.
10. Loosen edges with spatula and turn upsidedown on a heated platter.
11. Don't worry if it doesn't come out in one piece, just glop it back together.
12. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and cover with Parmesan cheese.
13. Serve hot or cold.