Savory Refried Beans

2 T. oil

1 lb. 2 oz. onions, chopped

2 T. garlic, minced

3 lbs. 4 oz. canned tomatoes, crushed

3 T. chili powder

2 T. ground cumin

11 lbs. pinto beans, cooked or canned, drained (7 lb. 8 oz. drained weight)

In a medium, heavy pot, heat oil. Add onions and cook, stirring often, until soft (10 minutes). Add garlic and cook 2 minutes more. Stir in tomatoes, chili powder and cumin. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

If using canned pintos, rinse to partially remove salt. In a food processor, pur�e beans, adding small amount of the tomato sauce to thin. Leave some beans whole. Put beans into pot with remaining sauce and heat, stirring often. Use as desired.

Makes 50 servings