Mini Molletes de Frijoles (Mexican Bruschetta with Beans)
Prepare slices of baguette or bread rolls adorned with refried beans, melted cheese, and salsa. These delectable snacks are perfect for your upcoming meeting or any surprise guests that may pop in.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cups cooked pinto beans
- 1 tablespoon water, or more as needed
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 baguette, sliced 3/4-inch thick
- 10 ½ ounces Oaxaca cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons pico de gallo, or to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add beans and water; mash until soft and heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Spread butter on baguette slices; arrange on a toaster oven tray.
- Bake in the toaster oven until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread beans on top. Cover with Oaxaca cheese.
- Bake in the toaster oven until cheese is melted and lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with pico de gallo.
Notes
- Thin beans with broth instead of water if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 362kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 16gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 747mgPotassium: 234mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 292mgIron: 3mg
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