Totally Tasty Refried Beans Homemade Scrumptious

Ingredients

• 1 pound (454g) dried pinto beans, rinsed
• 8 cups (1.9 liters) water
• 1 tablespoon (15 ml) kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (approx. 1 cup, 150g)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced (approx. 2 teaspoons, 10g)
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) smoked paprika
• 8 cups (1.9 liters) fresh water, plus more as needed
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil, bacon fat, or lard
• 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped (approx. 1/2 cup, 75g)
• 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup (60 ml) bean cooking liquid
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: Fresh cilantro, lime wedges, crumbled cotija cheese for garnish