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Old El Paso Traditional Refried Beans 16 oz., 6 pk.
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Jan 3, 2024
Donna O
1 out of 5 stars review

Metallic Smell and Taste

I haven't bought Old El Paso Refried Beans (traditional) in awhile. Opened a can last night 1-2-2024 and the beans smelled awful. A very metalliac smell. I thought it was just me but husband could smell it too. I warmed them up and no change in the smell. I did taste the beans but it tasted bad as well, that metal taste. I have another can I bought at the same time, but nervous about eating it. Probably will go in the trash.

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reply from Old El Paso

So sorry to hear that! We'd like to learn more and assist you further. Can you reach out to our team via the Contact Us section at the bottom of this page so we can report this to our quality team? Thank you!

May 25, 2022
DAWNL
5 out of 5 stars review

Refried Beans

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The taste is great. And the texture is wonderful if you would like to make a quick meal you cannot go wrong by choosing this product. Especially if you want a Great Bean Burrito. And there great with eggs.

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Jul 9, 2021
Mama S
1 out of 5 stars review

NASTY NASTY NASTY

I cant believe how disgusting this new recipe is!!!!! my son doesn't eat meat so every taco night he has had these beans, for years now.... Until Now ! I don't even know were to begin ,the smell is nauseating an the taste i cant even explain!! Please Please go back to the old YUMMY recipe!!!!!!!!

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Oct 2, 2021
Nicole
1 out of 5 stars review

What happened?

We have been buying the traditional refried beans for years and now the flavor is AWFUL what did you guys do. We couldnt even eat them tonight that's how bad the flavor was. Not to mention they looked horrible too. We checked the expiration date and we still had 2 years so I cant blame that.

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We are sorry to hear that. When you have a moment, please give us a call at 1-800-328-1144 or use the Contact Us form linked at the bottom of the site. Thank you.

May 25, 2022
Megan
4 out of 5 stars review

Better Than Any Other Brands

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Old El Paso Refried Beans have much more of a rich flavor than the other brands that I have tasted. They are very creamy! Top them with a little Mexican shredded cheese and you will not be disappointed!!

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May 26, 2022
KimB
5 out of 5 stars review

Delicious

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I absolutely love these beans! I’ve been buying the fat-free kind for years, and I can’t even taste the difference. I usually use them for tacos, but they’re great on their own too! Definitely recommend.

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Jul 3, 2021
kellern
1 out of 5 stars review

Has a chemical taste?

I just bought a can of these refried beans. I have eaten these many times throughout the years. I started panicking because when I took a bite it tasted like soap or bleach or something of that sort? I at first wondered if this was botulism but after doing some research and not having a damaged can, I see that within the last week there have been others who have stated that theirs also taste like chemicals! I don't know what is going on but I hope my boyfriend and I will be okay after taking a few bites. I'll probably be up all night worried about it.

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Feb 4, 2022
Suzie
3 out of 5 stars review

So-so

I bought this today. And, yes, the beans were extremely thick. However, I added a few ingredients that really made them tasty. I added salzon Goya, Mexican chili powder, a little salt and pepper, onions, a splash of lemon juice, and a little bit of chicken broth. They turned out great. However, I am not happy with the el past refried beans. I shouldn't have to go to so much trouble to fix it.

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We appreciate you taking the time to write a review. We will pass this on to our team.

Jul 17, 2021
LanaBanana
1 out of 5 stars review

Don't tamper with a good recipe!

I have eaten these refried beans for decades. Now that you've changed the recipe they are inedible. They smell like chemicals and taste bland then leave a horrid aftertaste in your mouth. They have a watery layer on top and have ruined mealtime now. I've had to throw away casseroles. Never buying again unless the tried and true recipe is reinstated . Such a pity to mess with perfection. The smell and taste are just unbelievable now. So sad I have to buy the unknown but I dont like chemical tastes in my food.

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reply from Old El Paso

We're sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy our Refried Beans. We appreciate you taking the time to let us know about this, we will share your thoughts of the old recipe making a comeback with our team.

Jan 22, 2021
Jacksb
1 out of 5 stars review

Worst refried beans ever.

It should get a zero. We are long term users of Old El Paso traditional refried beans. There was NO TASTE and the texture wasn't cohesive and firm like usual. We thought it was spoiled. We have a few more cans and will ask for our money back and not purchase OEP again. Did no one check this? Also - unfair - in order to get refund - must have receipt - why would I keep one for a product I stock in my pantry? A really big mistake folks.

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reply from Old El Paso

We appreciate your honest feedback about our beans. We transitioned to a new formula in Fall 2019 across all of our Traditional Refried Beans offerings. This formula change was made in direct response to consumer feedback regarding the dissatisfaction of the color, flavor, and texture on the previous product. The new recipe has a more rounded, savory refried bean flavor; that allows the bean flavor to really come through.