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How To Cook Pinto Beans In A Crock Pot Recipe

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Description

Pinto beans are a tasty, nutritious and cheap staple that are a great addition to any meal. This easy and delicious crock pot recipe will show you how to cook pinto beans that are full of flavor and provide a great side dish for your family. The best part is that this recipe takes minimal prep work and cooks slowly in the crock pot, so you can set it and forget it. Enjoy this slow cooked dish for a tasty, low-cost meal that is sure to please.

Prep Time

Prep time for this recipe is minimal. All you need to do is give your beans a good rinse, and measure out the other ingredients. That's it! You'll be ready to place the ingredients in the crock pot and let the slow cooking begin. This recipe will not only save you time in the kitchen, but it will also save you money since it only calls for a few simple ingredients.

Cook Time

This crock pot recipe takes 8-10 hours to cook on low, or 4-6 hours on high. The exact cook time will depend on the size and age of your beans. Older beans will take longer to cook. Start checking the beans around the 8-hour mark to make sure they are cooked to your desired tenderness.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. pinto beans
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Place the pinto beans in a colander and rinse thoroughly. Pick out any stones or debris. Set aside.
  2. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, and sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper to the skillet, and stir to combine.
  4. Transfer the onion and spice mixture to the crock pot.
  5. Add the rinsed beans, vegetable broth and 2 cups of water to the crock pot. Stir to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally. Start checking the beans after 8 hours to make sure they are cooked to your desired tenderness.
  7. Once the beans are cooked, turn off the crock pot and let the beans rest for 10 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

Equipment

For this recipe, you will need the following equipment: colander, medium skillet, and a crock pot.

Notes

This recipe calls for a pound of pinto beans. If you are using a different type of bean, you may need to adjust the cook time accordingly. For example, black beans will take less time to cook than pinto beans. Also, if you like your beans extra soft, you may need to add a little more water or vegetable broth to the crock pot.

Nutrition: Per Serving

  • Calories: 220
  • Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Sodium: 600mg

Recipe Tips

  • Feel free to adjust the spices in this recipe to your liking. You can also add other ingredients such as diced tomatoes, bell peppers, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
  • If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use chicken broth or just plain water.
  • For a richer flavor, you can sauté the onion and garlic in bacon fat instead of olive oil.
  • You can substitute canned beans for this recipe, but make sure to drain and rinse them before adding to the crock pot.
  • Leftover beans can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.

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