San Fernando Valley Pinquitos Recipe

Name: San Fernando Valley Pinquitos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound pinto beans soaked overnight; 2 cups apples sliced; 1 1/2 cups tomato juice; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 each garlic cloves minced; 4 small onions sliced; 1/2 pound sausage; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1
Rinse the beans and cover well with fresh water.
2
Let the beans soak the overnight.
3
After the beans have soaked, drain and cover well with more fresh water.
4
Bring the beans to a boil.
5
Cover and simmer for 1 to 2 hours, or until tender.
6
Drain the beans.
7
Prepare a combination of all remaining ingredients, being sure to mix sausage well with the apples.
8
Do not cook sausage first Bring to a boil and mix with the drained beans.
9
Allow to simmer for at least 2 hours.
10
Notes: You might want to degrease before serving.

374

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound pinto beans soaked overnight, 2 cups apples sliced, 1 1/2 cups tomato juice, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, San Fernando Valley Pinquitos falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

San Fernando Valley Pinquitos

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