Bacon N Pinto Beans Recipe

Elevate your BBQ with these incredible Bacon & Pinto Beans! Slow-cooked to perfection, these beans develop an unbelievably rich flavor that gets even better overnight. Perfect alongside hamburgers, ribs, or your favorite BBQ fare. Prepare them a day ahead for maximum flavor – it's worth the wait! Serve with a fresh green salad for a complete and satisfying BBQ meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 255 mins
Calories 277.7 kcal
Protein 21g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Bacon N Pinto Beans

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Bacon N Pinto Beans

  • Dry Pinto Beans
  • 6 slices bacon
  • Tomatoes
  • Cumin
  • Chili Powder
  • Garlic
  • Serrano Peppers
  • Salt

How to Make Bacon N Pinto Beans

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon, reserving 1/4 cup of the rendered bacon fat.
  2. Add 1 large onion, chopped, to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add 2 (15-ounce) cans of pinto beans, drained and rinsed. Add 4 cups of beef broth, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/4 cup of reserved bacon fat.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 2 hours, or preferably longer (up to 4 hours or overnight for best flavor).
  6. Stir in the cooked bacon, crumbled. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve hot as a delicious side dish to your favorite BBQ feast!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

34g

Carbs

4g