COWPOKE BEANS

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This recipe was used by a chef I worked for and still enjoy feeding to my crew at home. This was served as a side dish for a Mardi Gras feast. You can also make this for vegetarian by omitting the bacon. A little of the favor is missing, but it still has a kick.

Provided by T. Pringle

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time 12h

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound dry pinto beans
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 clove garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups chopped onion
1 ⅔ cups canned stewed tomatoes
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon dried marjoram
1 ¼ tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Soak pinto beans overnight with plenty of water to cover. Drain, remove to a large cooking pot, and cover with fresh water. Add the bacon, red chile flakes, and garlic. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for about 3 hours.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute onion in butter until tender. Add the tomatoes, parsley, cumin, marjoram, and salt. Simmer over low heat for about 45 minutes to blend the flavors.
  • When beans are tender, drain off any remaining water. Pour in the tomato mixture, and simmer for an additional 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 14.5 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 705.1 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

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