Funky refried beans

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) Original Ranch Style Beans
• 1 can (10 ounces) Rotel Tomato and Green Chilies, undrained
• 1/2 Medium red onion, diced
• 1/4 cup Water
• 2 teaspoons New Mexico chile powder
• 1 tablespoon Oil

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Preparation

• Heat the oil in a medium sauce pan. Add the onions and saute until translucent.
• Add the chile powder and saute until the onions just start to brown.
• Add the Rotel and bring just to a simmer. Add the beans and water then bring it back to a simmer.
• Simmer covered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mash the beans with a potato masher.
• Adjust the consistency as needed by cooking uncovered or adding water.
• Serve topped with a little grated cheddar or Colby-jack cheese and some sour cream (optional, but highly recommended).