Refried Beans

Refried Beans

1 pkg Dried Pinto Beans
4-5 Bay Leaves
Bacon
Water
Salt

In a slow cooker, boil the beans in the water. Add raw bacon and bay leaves. Cook together. Add salt after it's all finished cooking.
After beans are all finished cooking empty the beans without the water into a fry pan. You can add a little water for moisture. Take out the bay leaves. Smash the beans in the pan. add cheese, if desired.