How to mash canned beans without a food processor?

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In my kitchen... there is nothing resembling a food processor or blender, but I'm trying to make hummus/mashed white bean dishes - anyone have a solution? Please and thank you :)

The P. · Accepted Answer

We use a potato masher. It does the job very well, but you need to realize that it will give the finished product a "rustic" texture, which may not be what you're looking for.

BerryBaby · Answer

I have heard many chefs refer to their hands as, "the best tools in the kitchen".  I have to agree as well.

BerryBaby · Answer

Great answer!  I forgot about the potato masher.

Gabriella G. · Answer

Thanks! That's exactly the kind of texture I'm looking for in my life, so thank you :)

Kristen W. · Answer

I think hands sounds like fun - the original kitchen tool!

HalfPint · Answer

if you're really lacking any equipment, use a drinking glass or small jar.  mash away.

HalfPint · Answer

I would use one of those meat tenderizers with the square-ish heads.

Smaug · Answer

In a pinch, you can do a good job with your bare hands.

Stefania · Answer

Fork it! :D

BerryBaby · Answer

I use a good old fashioned fork.  Smash them against the sides of the bowl.  Been doing this for years with great results.

Ben M. · Answer

If you have a mortar and pestle that would work. It is obviously more involved but not hard. Just a little time consuming. You might be able to use a ricer but it depends on how large the holes are in the ricer.

Susan L. · Answer

You can use a food mill which is also good for mashing/ricing potatoes,, pureeing chillies, pureeing soups.

How to mash canned beans without a food processor?

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