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- Frijoles is is the Spanish word for beans
- Also called Frijoles Refritos
- One of the two state official vegetables of New Mexico
- Staple of Latin American Cuisine
- Can refer to any bean
- Common varieties are: Pinto Beans, Kidney Beans, and Black Beans
- Inexpensive source of fiber and protein
- Soak dried beans over night before cooking
- Can quick soak by covering with water, bringing to a boil, and allowing to sit, off heat, covered for an hour
- Popularly rolled in a flour tortilla with cheese and salsa
- Makes a great bean Dip, served with tortilla chips



