Chemiker wrote:
> OK, got it. The herb Mrs. M. used to make the all-time bestest
> frijoles refritos, was:
>
> EPAZOTE!
>
> If you have a good Hispanic market near, get this stuff.
>
> It make refried beans absolutely *sing*!

It's supposed to keep you from "singing". Epazote reduces intestinal gas.
Which is why it goes so great in beans - the Musical Fruit.

-sw