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Cheesy Pinto Beans

Creamy Cheesy Pinto Beans for One-Pan Joy

These Cheesy Pinto Beans are a creamy and wholesome dish perfect for dips or as a side, bursting with rich, smoky flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Appetizers
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 can Pinto Beans canned beans make prep super easy
  • 0.5 cups Chicken Stock use vegetable stock for vegetarian option
  • 1 medium Onion sauté until soft
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic use fresh garlic for richest flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for sautéing
Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika for rich, smoky flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust for preferred heat level
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin essential for vibrant flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt adjust to taste
Toppings
  • 0.5 cups Cheddar Cheese can swap for pepper jack
  • 0.5 cups Monterey Jack Cheese can replace with mozzarella

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a food processor, combine 1 can of rinsed pinto beans with a splash of chicken stock, blending until completely smooth.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté chopped onions for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Incorporate smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, and sea salt into the skillet with the sautéed onions and garlic. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  5. Stir in the remaining can of whole pinto beans along with the prepared bean puree. Fold in cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Transfer the mixture to an 8x8 glass baking dish, smoothing the top. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes until edges are bubbling and cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of stock for extra creaminess.

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