Simmering Pinto Beans in a Ranch Flavor Crockpot Dish
Fire up your slow-cooker with these lip-smacking Spicy Ranch-Style Pinto Beans. A zesty 8-hour recipe packing a punch of flavor without breaking a sweat!
Boost your bean game with this blend of traditional ranch-style flavor and modern convenience. Grab your slow-cooker and get ready to dive into delicious, tender pinto beans!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (16 oz) dried pinto beans
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 7 cups water or low-sodium broth
Instructions:
- Rinse the pinto beans and pick out any debris.
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Place the pinto beans, diced onion, and minced garlic into a large slow-cooker. Add the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Pour in the water or broth, ensuring the fluid level is about an inch above the beans.
- Cover the slow-cooker and cook on LOW for 8-10 hours, or until the beans are tender and the gravy thickens slightly.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro or scallions if desired. Offer rice, shredded cheese, diced jalapeños, sour cream, or sliced green onions as optional toppings.
Tips:
- Strain some of the broth off before serving if you prefer less liquid.
- Use chicken or vegetable broth instead of water for an extra flavor boost.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your family's taste preferences.
- With the Spicy Ranch-Style Pinto Beans recipe, you can easily elevate your nutrition, as this dish offers a hearty source of protein and fiber.
- For an exciting twist on traditional pinto beans, try making Pinto Bean Enchiladas using the leftovers from this slow-cooker recipe, following your favorite enchilada instructions.
- Always remember to check the uncategorized ingredients, such as black pepper and chili powder, to ensure you have them on hand before beginning the Pinto Beans recipe.
- Keep in mind the cooking temperature when preparing your Spicy Ranch-Style Pinto Beans - cooking them on the LOW setting in the slow-cooker will allow the flavors to develop without overcooking the beans.
