Frejol colado (mashed red beans)

Instructions

1. Rinse the soaked beans, put them in a saucepan with the water, the cinnamon stick and the cloves. Bring to a boil.
2. Simmer gently, covered, for 1 hour, until the beans are very soft and mash easily.
3. Remove the cinnamon and cloves, then press the beans and their liquid through a sieve or blend with a hand blender to get a smooth purée.
4. Return the purée to the pan, add the grated panela and the salt, and heat gently, stirring until dissolved.
5. Gradually pour in the milk while stirring, then let it simmer for 5 minutes, watching so it doesn't stick.
6. Adjust the texture with a little hot water if it's too thick, then taste and correct the sweetness.
7. Serve lukewarm, dusted with ground cinnamon, with toasted bread.