Mexican Refried Beans

Ingredients
2 x 425g cans of pinto beans (600g drained weight)
1 bay leaf
2 garlic cloves, crushed
4 tablespoons oil
175g onion, finely chopped
50g Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, grated
Salt and pepper

Method
1. Empty the beans into a pan, with the bay leaf, and bring to the boil - drain and mash coarsely, adding a little liquid if necessary to achieve the desired consistency
2. Saute the onion and garlic in the oil until soft, add the mashed beans, and salt and pepper to taste, and mix well
3. Simmer until hot, continuing to mash and adding more liquid if required.
4. Serve hot, sprinkled with the cheese

Status
More Mexican to try . . .