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New Mexico Pinto Beans

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This Mexican main features Dry pinto beans (1-1/2 lb) 2 1/2 qt Water, Meaty hambone or 1/4 lb Salt pork or cubed bacon, Salt, or more to taste. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 293.7
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Mexican main features Dry pinto beans (1-1/2 lb) 2 1/2 qt Water, Meaty hambone or 1/4 lb Salt pork or cubed bacon, Salt, or more to taste. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 3 cups Dry pinto beans (1-1/2 lb) 2 1/2 qt Water
  • 1 whole Meaty hambone or
  • 1/4 lbs Salt pork or cubed bacon
  • 1 teaspoons Salt, or more to taste
Directions
  1. 1
    Wash and pick over the beans, removing loose skins or shriveled beans.
  2. 2
    Put in a large covered pot and cover with hot water.
  3. 3
    Soak over night if you want to cut down on salt pork or bacon.
  4. 4
    Add more water as needed but only hot or boiling wnater.
  5. 5
    Never add cold water the beans will turn dark.
  6. 6
    If you cook without a lid the beans will also turn a dark color.
  7. 7
    When the skins are almost as tender as the inside of the beans, they are done.
  8. 8
    They should not be broken.
  9. 9
    Add salt and allow to stand before serving

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 293.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.2g4%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Cholesterol 12.0mg4%
Sodium 5210.5mg218%
Total Carbohydrate 48.9g17%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g65%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 22.4g45%

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

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