Bacon Charro Beans Recipe
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Ingredients
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Beans
Bacon and Vegetables
Finishing Touches
Method
Preparing Beans
- 1
Soak Beans
Rinse the dried pinto beans under cold water to remove any debris. Place them in a large bowl and cover with water. Soak the beans overnight or for at least 8 hours.
- 2
Cook Beans
After soaking, drain the beans and rinse them again. Place them in a large pot with 4 cups of fresh water and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender.
Cooking Bacon and Vegetables
- 3
Cook Bacon
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and place it on a paper towel to drain, leaving the bacon fat in the skillet.
- 4
- 5
Add Spices
Add cumin, black pepper, and chili powder to the skillet. Stir well and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
- 6
Combine Ingredients
Once the beans are cooked, drain any excess liquid if necessary. Add the sautéed vegetables and crumbled bacon to the beans. Stir to combine.
- 7
Simmer
Let the mixture simmer together for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 8
Finishing Touch
Chop the cilantro and squeeze the lime juice over the beans before serving.