Crockpot Refried Beans

5 from 1 vote

Make creamy, flavorful refried beans from home using a crockpot. A set it and forget it recipe - with no soaking beans involved!

Prep Time2 mins

Cook Time6 hrs

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Crockpot Refried Beans, Refried Beans, Refried Beans Recipe

Servings: people

Calories: 82kcal

Author: Mique

2 c pinto beans dried (no need to pre-soak)
8 c water
1/4 tsp salt more if needed
3/4 c taco sauce enchilada sauce, salsa or Mexican style diced tomatoes can be substituted

Place beans and water in the crock pot.
Cover and cook on low overnight. If you don't have time for overnight, you can cook on low for about 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
When the beans are very soft, remove all of the liquid that you can with a ladle. No need to strain the beans, just get out as much of the cooking water as possible.
Mash the beans with a potato masher, getting them as creamy as you like.
Add salt and your taco sauce (or enchilada sauce/salsa/tomatoes). Taste and adjust seasonings.