Ingredients for Ranch Style Beans
- Dry Pinto Beans
- Cold Water
- Chicken Bouillon
- Ham Hocks
- Liquid Smoke
- Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- Black Pepper
- Cumin
- Oregano
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Seasoning Salt
- 1 cup tomato puree
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How to Make Ranch Style Beans
- Rinse 1 pound of dried pinto beans thoroughly under cold water.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté 1 medium chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until softened.
- Add 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano to the pot and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Add the rinsed beans, 8 cups of water, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon sugar and 1 bay leaf to the pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5-6 hours, or until beans are tender. Add more water if necessary to keep beans covered.
- For crock-pot cooking: Follow steps 1-4. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until beans are tender.
- During the last hour of cooking, stir in 1 cup of tomato puree and 1 teaspoon of brown sugar.
- Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust salt and sugar to your liking.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
15g
Fat
0g
Carbs
5g
