A BIG POT OF SIMMERED PINTOS
This pot of beans was Step 1 for the other Recipes for Health this week. If I know that I'm going to use these beans for a Mexican dinner I season them with cilantro and, if I can find it, epazote. If I want Italian or Provençal flavors I make a bouquet garni with bay leaf, thyme, parsley, maybe sage, and most definitely a Parmesan rind. This week, since I am using my beans as a starting off point for other dishes, I season them only with onion, garlic, bay leaf and salt. The dishes that will follow throughout the week will introduce more flavors.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, main course
Time 2h15m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place beans and soaking water in a large, heavy pot. Add halved onion and bring to a gentle boil. Skim off any foam that rises, then add garlic and bay leaf, reduce heat, cover and simmer 30 minutes.
- Add salt and continue to simmer another 1 to 1 1/2 hours, until beans are quite soft and broth is thick and fragrant. Taste and adjust salt. Using tongs or a slotted spoon, remove and discard onion and bay leaf. For the best flavor refrigerate overnight.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 274, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 224 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
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Sylvia Robinson
[email protected]These pintos were delicious! I made them for a potluck and they were a hit. I will definitely be making them again.
Md Aowlad
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the beans turned out great. I'll definitely be making them again.
Richard Archuleta
[email protected]I thought this recipe was just okay. The beans were a little bland and the sauce was a bit too watery.
Josh DeBeck
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pintos, but I thought this recipe was pretty good. The beans were tender and the sauce was flavorful.
Pinky Akthar Sabiha
[email protected]Overall, I thought this recipe was just okay. The beans were a little dry and the sauce was a bit too thick.
Cameron Heidler
[email protected]The beans were a little undercooked for my liking. I'll cook them for a few extra minutes next time.
Sohaibbala Bala
[email protected]These pintos were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.
Grace Dornu
[email protected]I love this recipe! The beans are always so tender and flavorful. I also like that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.
Daniel Chinonso
[email protected]These pintos were delicious! I made them for a potluck and they were a hit. I will definitely be making them again.
Weng Danbima
[email protected]This was my first time making pintos, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It was easy to follow and the beans turned out great. I'll definitely be making them again.
Bhadur Kunwar
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The beans are always tender and flavorful, and the sauce is thick and delicious.
Holly Calwonsen
[email protected]These pintos were a hit with my family! The flavor was rich and smoky, and the beans were cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this recipe again.