Anasazi Beans With Toasted Pumpkin Seeds And Cotija Cheese

1. 1

   Put the beans in a bowl, cover with water and soak overnight. (If the beans are fresh you can skip this step and cook slightly longer.)

2. 2

   Drain the beans in a colander. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the beans. Cook until tender, about 1 hour.

3. 3

   Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the pumpkin seeds. Sprinkle the cumin and chile powder over the top and stir to coat evenly. Cook until slightly crisped, about 5 minutes. Set aside.

4. 4

   Cook the bacon over medium heat, stirring as needed, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the onions and jalapeno and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Stir in the beans, stock, and oregano. Bring to a boil. Stir in the cocoa powder and chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide into bowls and top with equal amounts of the pumpkin seeds and the cotija. Serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.