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Beans 101 Beans And Cornbread Recipe

Experience the soul of the Southern US with this classic Beans and Cornbread recipe! This isn't your grandma's beans (unless your grandma's a culinary genius!). We're exploring the simple yet deeply satisfying traditions of preparing tender, flavorful beans, cooked to perfection. Learn variations from simmered-with-onion simplicity to the quick-boil method – both guaranteed to be delicious. Served alongside a side of buttery, crumbly cornbread, this hearty meal is a taste of Southern comfort food at its finest. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend gathering.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 270 mins
Calories 185 kcal
Protein 28g
Rating 4.6 (31 Reviews)
Beans 101 Beans And Cornbread 91

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beans 101 Beans And Cornbread

  • 1 pound dried pinto beans
  • No Salt Added Chicken Broth
  • Ham Hock
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • Bell Pepper
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Tomato Sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Ground Red Pepper
  • Bay Leaf
  • Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 8 cups water
  • generous dollop of butter
  • crumbled cornbread

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How to Make Beans 101 Beans And Cornbread

  1. Rinse 1 pound of dried pinto beans thoroughly under cold water.
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the beans with 8 cups of water, 1 medium yellow onion (chopped), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (optional).
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1.5-2 hours, or until the beans are tender but not mushy. Add more water if necessary to prevent sticking.
  4. For the quick-boil method (skip steps 2-3): Rinse 1 pound of dried pinto beans. Place in a large pot and cover with 8 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-1.5 hours, or until tender. Add salt to taste.
  5. While the beans are cooking, prepare the cornbread (recipe not included, use your favorite recipe or find one online!).
  6. Serve the beans hot, topped with a generous dollop of butter and crumbled cornbread. Enjoy the classic combination!
  7. Alternatively, pour the beans over the cornbread in a bowl for a unique culinary experience.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

3g

Carbs

9g

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