Pinto Beans Recipe

[Keith_]

Flavorful Pinto Beans Recipe!

Hey bean lovers! Ready to elevate your meal game? This Pinto Beans recipe is easy, delicious, and perfect for any occasion. Great as a main dish, side, or in your favorite recipes. Let’s get cooking and enjoy some hearty goodness!

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Ingredients:​

• 1 pound dried pinto beans, rinsed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 jalapeño, chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 6 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. Soak the pinto beans overnight, then drain and rinse them.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
4. If using, add the chopped jalapeño and cook for another minute.
5. Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, and dried oregano. Cook for about a minute until fragrant.
6. Add the soaked pinto beans, water or vegetable broth, and the bay leaf.
7. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Remove the bay leaf and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Enjoy these beans as a side dish, in tacos, burritos, or any way you like! They’re packed with flavor and sure to be a hit.

 

[beni]

These Pinto Beans are so comforting and versatile, perfect as a main dish, side, or in your favorite recipes like tacos or burritos. Soaking them overnight ensures they cook up tender! Delicious!

 

[ChocoJay]

This Pinto Beans recipe looks delicious! Can't wait to try it. Thanks for sharing!

 

[Serene]

Oh, pinto beans are like tiny treasures from the earth, bursting with warmth and wholesome goodness!