Refried beans

Ive been asked by alot of you to post my recipe for my refried beans,rice and tamales.I made my refried beans last night with a grilled skirt steak for tacos.The beans are super easy,they just take time to prepare,so give yourself some time to prepare these..the results are well worth the wait.

Refried Beans
4 cups of dried pinto beans(soak overnight in about 8cups of water)
1 onion quartered
3 garlic cloves peeled and smashed
1tbs mexican oregano
2tsp cumin
1tsp chilli powder
1/2tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
salt to taste
1tbs pepper
1tbs lard or shortening

drain beans and pick through to remove any rocks or broken beans.In a large pot with lid add beans,8cups of water,onion ,garlic cloves ,oregano and pepper.Bring to boil and reduce heat to low.Let simmer for about 2 hrs adding liquid if needed and until beand are tender.After beans become soft and tender remove about 1 cup at a time and begin to puree in blender or food processor with a little of cooking liquid.In a large pan start to melt the lard and add pureed beans to pan.Add cumin,garlic powder,onion powder and chilli powder,stir to blend all ingredients.Fry in pan stiring to keep beans from sticking.taste and add salt to your liking.I add monterey jack cheese or queso fresco at this time until melted.Serve hot..enjoy