schmaltz-refried-pinto-beans.json

{
    "directions": [
        "Cook bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat, turning often, until browned and lightly crisped, 8\u201310 minutes. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 8\u201310 minutes. Add chile de \u00e1rbol and cumin and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add beans and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally and adding more water if needed to keep beans just covered, until beans are tender and beginning to fall apart, 1 1/2\u20132 hours. Season with salt and pepper and let sit 30 minutes to absorb seasoning.",
        "Heat schmaltz in a pot or skillet over medium. Add beans and their cooking liquid and cook, mashing with a potato masher, until beans are nearly smooth and very thick, about 5 minutes. Stir in vinegar. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper and more vinegar, if desired. Thin with water if needed to loosen just before serving.",
        "Beans can be cooked and/or refried 3 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill."
    ],
    "ingredients": [
        "3 ounces slab bacon, sliced 1/4 inch thick",
        "1 large onion, chopped",
        "4 cloves garlic, chopped",
        "1 dried chile de \u00e1rbol, seeds removed, crushed, or 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes",
        "1/2 teaspoon ground cumin",
        "1 1/2 cups dried pinto beans, soaked overnight",
        "Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper",
        "1/3 cup schmaltz (chicken fat)",
        "1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (or more)"
    ],
    "language": "en-US",
    "source": "www.epicurious.com",
    "tags": [
        "Side",
        "Bean",
        "Chicken",
        "Bacon",
        "Sugar Conscious",
        "Dairy Free",
        "Wheat/Gluten-Free",
        "Peanut Free",
        "Tree Nut Free",
        "Soy Free",
        "No Sugar Added"
    ],
    "title": "Schmaltz-Refried Pinto Beans",
    "url": "http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/schmaltz-refried-pinto-beans"
}