Ingredients

6¼cupswater

1cupchicken broth,condensed

2lbsdried pinto beans

5garlic cloves,chopped

½red onion,chopped

1tbspred pepper flakes,or to taste

salt,or to taste

8ozmozzarella cheese,shredded

16ozpico de gallo,1 container

Preparation

Combine the water, condensed chicken broth, beans, garlic, onion, and crushed red pepper flakes into a large saucepan, and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Bring to a simmer, then cover.

Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3½ hours until the beans are soft.

Mash the cooked beans with a potato masher to desired consistency.

Stir in mozzarella and pico de gallo, serve, and enjoy!