Continue to cook over a medium–low heat, using the back of a spatula (or a potato masher) to mash the beans to a lumpy paste. If necessary, loosen with more of the reserved bean liquid.

Kid’s job: Mash the beans or chickpeas as much as you can either with a potato masher in a bowl or with a hand mixer (supervised). Alternatively you could make the mix in a food processor if you ...

Dried beans are the best value in the grocery store. For a few pennies, you can get enough beans to last for months. But how ...

Mashing gives your refried beans a slightly grainy, mulched texture. This is where your potato masher comes in. Use a wide, ...

OR – Put all of the ingredients in the bowl and mash the beans with a potato masher or fork until they’re as smooth as you want them (or have the patience for) Taste the dip. Does it need a squeeze of ...