Western Beans

Name: Western Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 bacon strips, diced; 1 large onion, chopped; 1/3 c. dry lentils; 1 1/3 c. water; 2 Tbsp. ketchup; 1 tsp. garlic powder; 3/4 tsp. chili powder; 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 1/4 tsp. dried red pepper flakes; 1 bay leaf; 1 (16 oz.) can whole tomatoes with liquid, chopped; 1 (15 oz.) can pinto beans, drained; 1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans, drained

Eats Now Editorial Team · 654 kcal · Soups & Stews

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Western Beans – a delicious recipe with bacon, onion, dry lentils, water, ketchup, garlic powder. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Servings: persons

4 bacon strips, diced
1 large onion, chopped
1/3 c. dry lentils
1 1/3 c. water
2 Tbsp. ketchup
1 tsp. garlic powder
3/4 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. dried red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
1 (16 oz.) can whole tomatoes with liquid, chopped
1 (15 oz.) can pinto beans, drained
1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans, drained

1
Lightly fry bacon in a heavy, 3-quart saucepan.
2
Add onion; cook until transparent.
3
Stir in remaining ingredients; cook over medium heat for 45 minutes, or until lentils are tender, stirring once or twice.
4
Remove bay leaf before serving.
5
Yields 8 to 10 servings.

654

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* 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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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 bacon strips, diced, 1 large onion, chopped, 1/3 c. dry lentils, 1 1/3 c. water, and more.

Yes, Western 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
654 kcal
Category
Soups & Stews

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