Tex-mex pinto soup

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1tablespoonOlive oil
½cupOnion; chopped
1tablespoonGarlic; minced
1largeJalapeno; (optional), minced
½teaspoonGround cumin
5cupsWater
17 oz pkg Fantastic Foods Instant Refried
; Beans
Salt to taste; ( 1 to 1 1/ 2 tsp)
115 oz can corn kernels; drained
¼cupMinced fresh cilantro

Directions

Heat oil in a large saucepan. Saute onions, garlic, jalapeno, and cumin for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add water and bring to a boil. Whisk in the bean flakes (use a whisk or they will lump up) and salt to taste. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in the corn and cook, uncovered, until heated through, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in cilantro just before serving.

Recipe by: Adapted from Lorna Sass' Short Cut Vegetarian Converted by MM_Buster v2.0l.