Name: Schmaltz-Refried Pinto Beans
Yield: Serves 8
Ingredients: 3 ounces slab bacon, sliced 1/4 inch thick; 1 large onion, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 dried chile de árbol, seeds removed, crushed, or 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 1/2 cups dried pinto beans, soaked overnight; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; 1/3 cup schmaltz (chicken fat); 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (or more)

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Most store-bought lard (the traditional fat in refried beans) is nearly flavorless, unlike chicken fat, which is delicious and readily available.

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