I like refried beans. My husband does not. So I don’t serve them often…okay, practically ever. Except I do make bean burritos for lunch. But since I’m making burritos for 1 person, a can of beans can last f-o-r-e-v-e-r. So, I’ve learned to make a big batch at one time and freeze them. Then when I want one for lunch, just pop it out of the freezer and into the microwave.
It’s a big stretch to call this a recipe. Basically, it’s:
Step 1: Spread some refried beans on a tortilla. Just down the middle. Not too much. Not too little.
Step 2: Pour a little bit of salsa on top of the beans.
Step 3: Put a little cheese on top. Try some cheddar or for some kick, Pepper Jack.
Step 4: Fold the burrito. Fold the “bottom” and “top” in, then fold the sides in.
Step 5: Repeat til there aren’t any more beans.
Step 6: Lay them on a cookie sheet. ”Seam” side down!
Step 7: Put in freezer. Freeze for a couple of hours.
Step 8: Take out of freezer, put in freezer-safe ziploc baggie.
To eat: Put on a plate and microwave for 2-3 minutes or so until all is melty.
Thanks for the inspiration! I’ve been meaning to do something like this to stash in my freezer for quick lunches…just haven’t made it happen yet. I’m on the opposite end of the spectrum, though, where they go super fast. I am trying to learn how to make my own re-fried beans from scratch…but I just can’t get the seasonings right, yet.