Refried beans and ground beef Tostadas

That sounds delicious! Here’s a simple recipe for Refried Beans and Ground Beef Tostadas:

Ingredients:

For the Refried Beans:

• 2 cans (15 oz each) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Ground Beef:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning)
• 1/4 cup water

For the Tostadas:

• Tostada shells (store-bought or homemade)
• Shredded lettuce
• Diced tomatoes
• Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
• Sliced jalapeños (optional)
• Salsa or hot sauce (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Refried Beans:
   1. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
   2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
   3. Add the pinto beans, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and broth.
   4. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans are heated through and flavors are well combined.
   5. Use a potato masher or immersion blender to mash the beans to your desired consistency. If needed, add more broth to reach your preferred thickness.
   6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Prepare the Ground Beef:
   1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, chopped onion, and garlic until beef is browned and onion is tender, about 5-7 minutes.
   2. Drain any excess fat.
   3. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture is thickened and well combined.
3. Assemble the Tostadas:
   1. Spread a layer of refried beans on each tostada shell.
   2. Top with a layer of the seasoned ground beef.
   3. Add shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and any additional toppings you like (jalapeños, salsa, hot sauce).
4. Serve:
   • Enjoy your tostadas immediately, or serve with your favorite sides!

Feel free to adjust the toppings and seasonings to your taste!