Chorizo Refried Beans

1 lb Mexican chorizo

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped

1 (15.5 ounce) can red kidney beans

1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto beans

1/2 cup chicken stock

1 cup shredded Monterrey Jack cheese

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper


Preheat oven to 400 degree.s In a heavy-bottomed pot add olive oil and chorizo. Put the pot over low heat and slowly bring the heat up to medium. Cook the chorizo until cooked through. Add the garlic and fry until cooked, about 1 minute.
 

Add the beans with their liquid and stock and simmer to allow the flavors to come together about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Use a potato masher to mash the beans into a coarse puree.

 
Transfer to an oven safe bowl. Top with cheese and bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and slightly browned.