Peel the garlic, trim the spring onions, finely slice it all and place in a non-stick frying pan on a medium heat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Fry for 2 minutes, pour in the pinto beans, juice and all, followed by the crème fraîche and simmer until you have a silky sauce consistency.
Season to perfection with sea salt and black pepper, finely grate and stir through the Parmesan or pecorino cheese, then drizzle over a little extra virgin olive oil, if you like. Lovely served with roast chicken or piled into a steaming hot jacket potato, or even with steamed or baked fish fillets.