Slow Cooker Pinto Beans

Slow Cooker Pinto Beans

Slow cooker pinto beans and ham simmer to tender perfection in a savory broth in your crockpot. It's easy, just pre-soak your beans the night before!

Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
5 hr
Total Time
5 hr 15 mins
Calories
366 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Place soaked pinto beans in a slow cooker. Add ham, onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, oregano, lard, cumin, and bay leaves. Pour in enough chicken broth to cover all ingredients.
Step 2
Cook on High until beans are very tender, 5 to 6 hours.
Step 3
Gather all ingredients.
Step 4
Place beans in a large bowl and cover with water. Allow to soak 8 hours to overnight. Drain.
Step 5
Pour in enough chicken broth to cover all ingredients.
Slow Cooker Pinto Beans
Slow Cooker Pinto Beans
Slow Cooker Pinto Beans
Slow Cooker Pinto Beans

Ingredients

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lard
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
  • 2 large bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano, or to taste
  • 1 pound dried pinto beans, soaked overnight
  • 1 pound Black Forest ham, cubed
  • 2 medium celery ribs, chopped
  • 5 cups chicken broth, or as needed to cover
  • 0.75 medium green bell pepper, diced

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