Homemade Refried Beans

1 tsp olive oil

2 tbsp sweet yellow onion, diced finely

1/4 jalapeno, diced finely (I left this out)

1 clove of garlic, minced

2 cans of pinto beans

Sea salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste,

Pinch of dried cumin

Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion and jalapeno. Sauté until tender and golden, about 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and stir constantly for 60 seconds. Add one can of beans with liquid and mash with a potato masher or fork until thoroughly mushed. Drain the second can of beans and add to the mushed beans. Mix and mush to your desired consistency. Add salt, pepper and cumin.  Cook on low for 5 minutes. Serve topped with cheese. Enjoy.