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Pinto Beans in a red crock.

Crock Pot Pinto Beans

lynn
These delicious crock pot pinto beans, flavored with onions, jalapeños, garlic and spices, have become a staple in our home because they are effortless to make and very versatile. In addition to the slow cooker pinto beans recipe, we discuss whether to soak or not soak your beans, as well as how to cook this recipe in an Instant Pot and on the stovetop.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Bean Recipes + Tips
Cuisine Latin
Servings 7 cups
Calories 317 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound dried pinto beans sorted and rinsed
  • 7-8 cups chicken beef or vegetable broth or water (more for saucier beans)
  • 1 large onion diced (about 2 cups)
  • 1 jalapeno seeded and diced
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons crushed garlic 4-5 cloves
  • 2 tablespoons oil olive oil, canola or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo chopped
  • 1 dry Guajillo or Pasilla chili seeded and chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Red pepper flakes optional

Instructions
 

  • Saute chopped onions, garlic, and jalapeno in oil until soft.
  • Place rinsed beans and all remaining ingredients in the insert of your slow cooker.
  • Cook on high for 4 to 5 hours or low for 6 to 7 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 317kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 19gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 419mgPotassium: 1178mgFiber: 11gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 262IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 108mgIron: 5mg
Keyword beans, crockpot, pinto beans, slow cooker
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