Pinto Beans With Mexican-Style Seasonings

Pinto Beans With Mexican-Style Seasonings

Pinto beans, bacon, and tomatoes with green chiles simmer with Mexican-inspired spices in this flavor-packed recipe that makes a hearty side dish or main.

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
4 hr
Total Time
4 hr 15 mins
Calories
267 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Place pinto beans into a large pot and pour in enough water to cover by 2 to 3 inches. Let beans soak overnight.
Step 2
Stir cilantro and salt into beans simmer until beans are soft, about 1 more hour.
Step 3
Gather all ingredients.
Step 4
Serve and enjoy!
Step 5
Drain beans, return to pot, and pour in fresh water to cover.
Step 6
Add tomatoes, bacon, onion, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 3 hours.
Step 7
Check the beans occasionally and add more water if needed.

Ingredients

  • salt to taste
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder, or to taste
  • 4 cups water, or as needed
  • 2 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin, or to taste
  • 1 pound dried pinto beans, rinsed
  • 0.5 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder, or to taste
  • 0.5 pound bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

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