Mini Molletes de Frijoles (Mexican Bruschetta with Beans) Recipe

Mini Molletes de Frijoles (Mexican Bruschetta with Beans) Recipe

  • 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 1/2 ounces Oaxaca cheese, shredded
  • 2 tablespoons pico de gallo, or to taste
  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add beans and water; mash until soft and heated through, about 5 minutes.
  2. Spread butter on baguette slices; arrange on a toaster oven tray.
  3. Bake in the toaster oven until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread beans on top. Cover with Oaxaca cheese.
  4. 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.