BACON SIMMERED PINTO BEANS

Bacon Simmered Pinto Beans image

Provided by lmemmons

Time 11h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs dried pinto beans, rinsed or 4 cups dried pinto beans
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 slices thick-cut bacon, coarsely chopped
1 onions, chopped or 1 1/2 cups onions
4 garlic cloves, chopped
2 jalapenos, seeded, minced, divided
kosher salt
1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled or 4 ounces Cotija cheese, for garnish
chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Steps:

Place beans in a large pot. Add enough water to cover by 4". Let soak overnight. Drain beans.
Heat 1 tablespoons oil in same large heavy pot over medium heat. Add bacon to pot and cook until crisp, stirring occasionally. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to paper towels to drain. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons drippings from pot. Add onion, garlic, and 1 minced jalapeño and cook, stirring often, until soft, about 10 minutes.
Add drained beans to pot. Pour in enough water to cover beans by 2" (about 8 cups). Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally and adding more water by 1/2-cupfuls if dry, until beans are tender, about 2 hours. Stir in remaining jalapeño and reserved bacon. Season to taste with salt.
Do Ahead: Can be made 2 days ahead. Let cool slightly. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm before serving, adding additional water as needed if dry.
Transfer beans to a large bowl. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro and serve with pickled onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.2, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 11.4, Sodium 137.8, Carbohydrate 55.8, Fiber 13.6, Sugar 2.9, Protein 20.8