Spicy Beans

4 cups Dry Pinto Beans
1 whole Ham Hock or Ham Bone
1 whole Onion, Diced
2 whole Red Bell Peppers, Diced
4 cloves Garlic, Minced
2 whole Jalapenos, Sliced
2 teaspoons Salt, More To Taste
2 teaspoons Black Pepper, More To Taste

Rinse beans under cold water, sorting out any rocks/particles.  Soak 4-6 hours, changing water halfway through.

Rinse beans and place in a stock pot with the ham and cover with water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover the pot and simmer for 2 hours, checking occasionally to make sure the water level is fine. Add more water if needed.

Then throw in diced onion, red bell pepper, garlic and jalapeno. Cover and continue cooking for another hour or two, remembering to check the water level.

Add salt and pepper, then cover and cook for another 20 to 30 minutes, or until beans are lovely and tender. Serve with cornbread as a meal, or spoon on top of nachos, tacos, etc.


Modified from Pioneer Woman.  Makes a LOT!

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