Refried Beans Without the Refry

Ingredients

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• 2 tablespoons canola oil
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• 2 garlic cloves, peeled
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• 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans
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• 1 teaspoon cumin
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• 1 teaspoon chili powder
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• salt to taste
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• ½ lime, juiced
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Instructions

1. 1
   Gather all ingredients.
2. 2
   Heat canola oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat.
3. 3
   Cook garlic cloves in hot oil, turning once, until brown on both sides, 4 to 5 minutes. Smash garlic cloves in the skillet with a fork.
4. 4
   Stir pinto beans, cumin, chili powder, and salt into mashed garlic and cook until beans are thoroughly heated, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally.
5. 5
   Smash bean mixture with a potato masher to desired texture. Squeeze lime juice over smashed beans and stir until combined.
6. 6
   Enjoy!