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How to Make Pinto Beans from Scratch (with Bacon)

Pinto Beans With Mexican-Style Seasonings

These Mexican style beans with bacon are full of flavor and you can have them any time of day.
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Course: Side Dish, Soup
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 lb dried pinto beans, rinsed
  • 2 (10 oz) cans diced tomatoes
  • ½ lb bacon, cut into ½ inch pieces
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp chilli powder or to taste
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ bunch of cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Soak pinto beans in water overnight (add water to cover by 2-3 inches)
  • Drain beans and place them in a large pot.
  • Add chopped onion and bacon to the pot.
  • Mix in two cans of diced tomatoes
  • Sprinkle the spices on top.
  • Pour in freshwater to cover, bring to a boil and simmer for 3 hours
  • After 3 hours, add the chopped cilantro and cook for an hour more.
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