Cowboy Bacon Beans Recipe

Name: Cowboy Bacon Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups dry pinto beans; 1 pound thick-cut bacon, cut into pieces; 2 whole green bell peppers, diced; 1 whole onion, diced; 1 cup brown sugar; 1/4 cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons mustard; 1 tablespoon chili powder, optional; 2 teaspoons salt, more to taste; 2 teaspoons black pepper, more to taste; 4 cloves garlic, minced

Servings: persons

4 cups dry pinto beans
1 pound thick-cut bacon, cut into pieces
2 whole green bell peppers, diced
1 whole onion, diced
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons mustard
1 tablespoon chili powder, optional
2 teaspoons salt, more to taste
2 teaspoons black pepper, more to taste
4 cloves garlic, minced

1
Rinse the beans under cold water, sorting out any rocks/particles.
2
Set aside.
3
In a heavy pot (cast iron), saute the bacon pieces until halfway cooked and the fat is rendered.
4
Add the green peppers and onions to the pot and cook until starting to get brown, about 3 minutes.
5
Add the beans and cover with water by 1 inch.
6
Bring to a boil, and then add the brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, chili powder, salt, pepper and garlic.
7
Reduce the heat to a simmer, place on the lid and cook until the beans are tender and the liquid is thick 3 to 4 hours.

1178

kcal

Calories

Fat

121

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups dry pinto beans, 1 pound thick-cut bacon, cut into pieces, 2 whole green bell peppers, diced, 1 whole onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Cowboy Bacon Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cowboy Bacon Beans

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