Southwestern Style Pinto Beans Recipe

Name: Southwestern Style Pinto Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds beans dry pinto, soaked overnight; 1 each ham hocks; 1-3 each jalapeno pepper to taste; 1 quart tomatoes canned; 5 each garlic cloves; 2 each onions finely chopped; 1 x salt to taste; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon savory; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 each celery stalk

Servings: persons

2 pounds beans dry pinto, soaked overnight
1 each ham hocks
1-3 each jalapeno pepper to taste
1 quart tomatoes canned
5 each garlic cloves
2 each onions finely chopped
1 x salt to taste
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon savory
2 tablespoons sugar
1 each celery stalk

1
Soak the pinto beans in water overnight, or about 6 to 8 hours.
2
Drain the water and rinse the beans well.
3
Simmer the ham hock for about 2 hours in enough water to cover; about 2 quarts.
4
(You could also use a pound of side pork or slab bacon cut into 1 inch chunks.)
5
Remove the meat from the hock and return it to the cooking pot.
6
Add the pre-soaked and rinsed beans to the pot, along with the rest of the ingredients.
7
Add enough water or tomato juice to bring the level to about 4 1/2 quarts total volume.
8
Cover and simmer for about 4 hours, or longer if you have a slow cooker.
9
Watch the liquid level while cooking so the beans don't get too dry.
10
Adjust the hot peppers to suit your taste.

584

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds beans dry pinto, soaked overnight, 1 each ham hocks, 1-3 each jalapeno pepper to taste, 1 quart tomatoes canned, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Style Pinto Beans 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!

Southwestern Style Pinto Beans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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