Refried Beans from Dried, for One

Makes 1 1/2 cups -- increase amounts per persons to be served

1/2 cup dry pinto beans, soaked overnight
1 teaspoon dry onion
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup shortening

Cook beans and salt in water until tender. Mash drained beans and onion into hot shortening and mix well.

Testing comment: I liked just the dried refried beans, not adding the extra fat.

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What lies behind us and what lies
Before us are tiny matters
Compared to what lies within us.
Oliver Wendell Holmes
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(Source: "Basic Food Storage Cookbook", South Jordan Utah River Stake, 2003, pg. 18)