some recipes to enjoy
1. Cheesy Refried Bean Quesadillas
Ingredients:
- 1 can of Ortega Refried Beans
- Flour tortillas
- Shredded Mexican cheese blend
- Salsa
- Guacamole
- Sour cream (optional)
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions:
1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it.
2. Spread a generous amount of Ortega Refried Beans on one half of a tortilla.
3. Sprinkle a handful of shredded cheese on top of the beans.
4. Fold the tortilla in half to form a quesadilla.
5. Place the quesadilla in the skillet and cook until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted, around 2-3 minutes per side.
6. Repeat for the remaining tortillas.
7. Serve the quesadillas with salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cilantro for garnish.
2. Vegetarian Burritos
Ingredients:
- 1 can of Ortega Refried Beans
- Flour tortillas
- Cooked rice
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced avocado
- Diced red onion
- Salsa
- Shredded cheese (optional)
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions:
1. Warm the Ortega Refried Beans in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through.
2. Spread a layer of beans onto a tortilla.
3. Top the beans with cooked rice, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, red onion, salsa, and shredded cheese if desired.
4. Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up tightly to form a burrito.
5. Repeat for the remaining tortillas and fillings.
6. Serve the vegetarian burritos with additional salsa and sour cream on the side.
3. Refried Bean and Cheese Enchiladas
Ingredients:
- 1 can of Ortega Refried Beans
- Flour tortillas
- Shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or cheddar)
- Enchilada sauce
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Diced red onion (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Warm the Ortega Refried Beans in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through.
3. Spread a layer of beans onto a tortilla.
4. Sprinkle a handful of shredded cheese on top of the beans.
5. Roll up the tortilla and place it seam-side down in a baking dish.
6. Repeat for the remaining tortillas and fillings.
7. Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, covering them completely.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with cilantro and red onion, if desired, before serving.
4. Loaded Nachos with Refried Beans
Ingredients:
- 1 can of Ortega Refried Beans
- Tortilla chips
- Shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or cheddar)
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced jalapenos
- Sliced black olives
- Diced avocado
- Salsa
- Sour cream
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Warm the Ortega Refried Beans in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through.
3. Arrange a layer of tortilla chips on a baking sheet.
4. Spoon dollops of the warmed refried beans over the chips.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, jalapenos, and black olives over the beans and chips.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and top with diced avocado, salsa, and sour cream.
8. Serve the loaded nachos immediately.
5. Mexican Bean Dip
Ingredients:
- 2 cans of Ortega Refried Beans
- 1 cup of salsa
- 1 cup of shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or cheddar)
- 1/2 cup of sour cream
- 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro
- Tortilla chips or vegetable sticks for serving
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the Ortega Refried Beans and salsa.
3. Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish.
4. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the bean mixture.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
7. Top with sour cream, green onions, and cilantro.
8. Serve the Mexican bean dip with tortilla chips or vegetable sticks for dipping.
6. Bean and Veggie Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients:
- 1 can of Ortega Refried Beans
- Bell peppers (any color)
- Diced onion
- Diced zucchini
- Diced mushrooms
- Diced tomatoes
- Cooked quinoa or rice
- Shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or cheddar)
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
3. In a skillet, sauté the diced onion, zucchini, mushrooms, and tomatoes until they are softened.
4. Add the Ortega Refried Beans to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.
5. Stir in the cooked quinoa or rice.
6. Spoon the bean and veggie mixture into the hollowed-out bell peppers.
7. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each stuffed pepper.
8. Place the stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the peppers are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, before serving.
7. Bean and Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Ingredients:
- 1 can of Ortega Refried Beans
- Zucchini
- Shredded cheese (such as Monterey Jack or cheddar)
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced black olives
- Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Sliced jalapenos (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scoop out the seedy center to create a hollowed-out boat shape.
3. Spread a layer of Ortega Refried Beans along the inside of each zucchini boat.
4. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the beans.
5. Place the stuffed zucchini boats in a baking dish.
6. Top the boats with diced tomatoes and black olives.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the zucchini is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced jalapenos, if desired, before serving.
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