Flavorful Refried Beans (THM: E, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-fat)

INGREDIENTS

4 cups

cooked pinto beans (if you are using canned beans, be sure to drain them, reserving the liquid and then rinse them well)

1 1/2 tbsp

olive oil

(1) small yellow onion, diced

5 cloves

garlic, minced

2 tsp

paprika

1/2 tsp

chili powder

1/2 tsp

black pepper

2 tsp

salt (if you are using canned beans, reduce the salt to 1 t.)

2 1/2 tsp

cumin

1 pinch

or two of red pepper flakes ***Omit if you do not like spicy food***

bean broth (the reserved cooking liquid)