Eva’S Beans

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty, slow-simmered pinto bean stew with smoky bacon, beer, and fresh herbs
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These traditional Eva’s Beans are a comforting, rustic dish that transforms simple pinto beans into a rich, savory meal. The combination of lean bacon, cumin, and Mexican oregano creates a deep, smoky flavor base, while beer adds a subtle maltiness and tenderness to the beans. Fresh tomatoes and jalape&# 195;±os provide a bright, spicy contrast to the earthy legumes. This dish is perfect for casual weeknight dinners, potlucks, or as a side to grilled meats. The beans simmer slowly until tender, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve them straight from the pot with warm tortillas or mashed slightly for a creamy, soup-like consistency. A true family favorite that tastes even better the next day.

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Eva’S Beans

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 190.3

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These traditional Eva's Beans are a comforting, rustic dish that transforms simple pinto beans into a rich, savory meal. The combination of lean bacon, cumin, and Mexican oregano creates a deep, smoky flavor base, while beer adds a subtle maltiness and tenderness to the beans. Fresh tomatoes and jalape&# 195;±os provide a bright, spicy contrast to the earthy legumes. This dish is perfect for casual weeknight dinners, potlucks, or as a side to grilled meats. The beans simmer slowly until tender, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Serve them straight from the pot with warm tortillas or mashed slightly for a creamy, soup-like consistency. A true family favorite that tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the pinto beans thoroughly, picking out any rocks or debris; do not soak them.
  2. In a large pot, combine the rinsed beans, chopped white onion, ground cumin, and Mexican oregano.
  3. Add the lean bacon cut into squares to the pot with the beans.
  4. Pour in the beer and enough water to cover the beans by about 2 inches.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  6. Simmer gently for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beans are almost tender.
  7. Stir in the peeled, seeded, and chopped fresh tomatoes and the sliced jalapeños.
  8. Continue simmering until the beans are fully tender and the liquid has reduced slightly.
  9. Add the chopped cilantro and epazote sprig, then reheat for about 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  10. Season with salt to taste.
  11. For a thicker consistency, remove about a quarter of the beans and mash them with a potato masher, then return to the pot.
  12. Serve warm with fresh tortillas or as a side to grilled meats.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 190.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.0g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 11.7mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 36.9g13%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g48%
Sugars 4.8g
Protein 11.4g23%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pinto beans, beer, bacon, cumin, mexican oregano, jalapeno, cilantro, epazote, tomato, onion, stew, vegan, slow cooker, comfort food, side dish, refried beans, vegetarian, dinner
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