Ingredients
Everything you'll need to make this recipe
1
1 lb (450 g) dry pinto beans
2
8 cups water
3
1 ½ tbsp paprika OR ½ tsp each of paprika and pepper
4
1 ½ tbsp granulated or brown sugar
5
1 tbsp salt OR 2 tsp salt and a ham hock
6
1 ½ tbsp chili powder
7
¼ tsp (or more) garlic powder
8
1 ½ tbsp dehydrated onion OR ½ small onion, finely diced
9
1–2 bay leaves
10
5 cups water
Instructions
Step-by-step guide to making this recipe
1
Wash beans carefully and soak overnight in 8 cups of water.
2
Drain and refill with 5 cups of water.
3
Add all the other ingredients.
4
Bring to a boil and simmer at least an hour, or until tender.
5
Remove bay leaves.
6
Do not drain prior to serving, as the liquid is an important aspect of the dish. It can be served using slotted spoon, to allow draining, or with a ladle into small side-dish bowls.