Best 8 Ranchers Beans Recipes

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Rancher's beans, a hearty and flavorful dish, is a classic Western meal that has been enjoyed for generations. This iconic dish is a staple of chuckwagons and campfires, and its bold flavors and simple ingredients make it a favorite among cowboys and ranchers alike. From chuckwagon cooking to modern kitchens, this delectable dish has stood the test of time and continues to be a beloved comfort food.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

RANCH STYLE BEANS



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This is my attempt to copycat the canned Ranch-Style Beans. I want to keep track until I get it right. If you want to jump in and help I'd love the help!

Provided by TishT

Categories     Beans

Time 8h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb dry pinto beans
5 cups cold water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
4 ounces ham hocks
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 1/2 tablespoons combination of california chili powder (New Mexico, Hungarian Paprika. All Mild)
1 tablespoon brown sugar, plus
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (for spicier beans add another 1/2 Tsp)
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder or 1 medium onion, chopped
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (add in the last 30 min only)
1/4 cup tomato puree (add in the last 30 min only)

Steps:

  • Wash beans and place in a large pot or kettle. Add water and remaining ingredients (except salt and tomato puree, which should be added in the last 30 minutes before beans are done). Cover and simmer for 5 to 6 hours. Check liquid level occasionally and add more water (add boiling water, never cold) as needed to keep beans covered.
  • If cooked in a crock pot, (you will need extra cup of water if you did not pre-soak) and cook them on the low setting. It also may take a little longer than the 5 to 6 hours.
  • Note: You can reduce cooking time by soaking beans overnight or using or (1 Hour soak method).
  • Add ¼ Cup of tomato puree with additional 1 tsp brown sugar in the last hour. Adjust salt and sugar to your liking.

RANCH BEANS



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This recipe is served at all of our barbecues. It seems most people who live here like spicy flavorful food, and this fits the bill just right.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) dried pinto beans
1 quart water
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder
2 to 3 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram

Steps:

  • Place beans in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain, discarding liquid. Return beans to pan; add 1 qt. water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until beans are tender. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 1-1/2 hours longer.

Nutrition Facts :

RANCHERO BEANS



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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Categories     side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound sliced bacon, cut crosswise in 1/2-inch pieces
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno chile one seeded, ribbed and chopped
1 (14-ounce) can chopped tomatoes with liquid
1 (12-ounce) can pinto beans, washed and drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over high heat for 2 minutes. Add the bacon and fry until crispy, about 6 minutes, stirring frequently. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, discard all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat. Add the bay leaves, oregano, cumin, onions, chile, tomatoes and beans to the skillet. Cook the beans on a low flame for about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve hot in bowls.

RANCHO BAKED BEANS



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Great dish to serve at a BBQ or summer dinner. Easy and tasty! This recipe has been used by the women on my husband's side of the family for years. This freezes well.

Provided by SusanV.

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 pound ground beef
2 cups chopped onion
2 (16 ounce) cans pork and beans
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
1 cup ketchup
¾ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons mustard
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook and stir ground beef and onion in a skillet over medium heat until beef is browned and onions are translucent, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain well.
  • Mix pork and beans, kidney beans, ketchup, brown sugar, mustard, vinegar, and salt in a large bowl. Stir hamburger mixture into bean mixture. Pour hamburger-bean mixture into prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 33.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 961.1 mg, Sugar 25.1 g

RANCH BEANS WITH BEEF



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This is a pretty good baked bean dish that can serve as a side dish or a main dish.

Provided by FatBoy

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas     Baked Bean Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
3 (14.5 ounce) cans pork and beans, drained
1 cup ketchup
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup cold water
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
2 tablespoons mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  • Mix browned beef, pork and beans, cold water, white vinegar, and mustard together in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until beginning to dry around the edges, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.3 calories, Carbohydrate 67.9 g, Cholesterol 46.3 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 18.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 984.8 mg, Sugar 46.7 g

RANCHERO BEANS



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Mexican style beans with the most delicious broth. I never bother to soak these beans, or pour off the first boil of water. This is the way we've cooked Mexican beans in my family for generations. But, if you're a stickler for bean ritual, feel free to presoak, et cetera, to your heart's content.

Provided by rockytuesday

Categories     Beans

Time 3h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb pinto beans
1 cup tomatoes, diced (canned works fine, pour in the juice)
1/2 lb bacon, diced
1 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup cilantro leaf, chopped
1 -2 jalapeno pepper, whole
4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Sort the beans, toss out all the rocks and imperfect beans. Rinse beans and place in a pot. Cover with water 2 inches above beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered for 1 1/2 hours, adding water if needed.
  • Add remaining ingredients, making sure water covers everything. Simmer about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Taste the beans and broth together in a spoon. If it is not spicy enough for you, dice the jalapeño or add a few drops of Tobasco to taste.
  • Serve in a cup or bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 1402, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 1.7, Protein 8.9

SWEET AND TANGY RANCH BEANS



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This sweet and tangy side dish uses lots of convenient canned goods, so it's a snap to throw together. The recipe was sent to me by a friend and it's nice to serve at a group picnic. -Barbara Gordon, Roswell, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 3h10m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-3/4 ounces) pork and beans, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) cut green beans, drained
1 bottle (12 ounces) chili sauce
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 small onion, chopped

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all the ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1300mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

RANCH BEANS



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Categories     Beer     Bean     Onion     Tomato     Side     Picnic     Super Bowl     Bacon     Spring     Winter     Jalapeño     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 cups (or more) water
1 pound dried pinto beans, picked over, rinsed
1 12-ounce bottle of dark beer
1 cup chopped onion
4 bacon slices, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 jalapeño chili, seeded, finely chopped
1 teaspoon minced canned chipotle chilies
1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
1/2 cup chopped seeded tomato
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Combine 5 cups water and next 7 ingredients in heavy large pot. Gently simmer uncovered over medium-low heat until beans are tender and liquid is reduced enough to cover beans by 1 inch, adding more water if necessary and stirring occasionally, about 2 1/2 hours. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm before serving.)
  • Garnish beans with cotija cheese, chopped tomato and cilantro.

Tips:

  • Soak the beans overnight: This will help to reduce the cooking time and make the beans more digestible. You can also use a quick-soak method by boiling the beans for 3 minutes, then removing them from the heat and letting them soak for 1 hour.
  • Use a variety of beans: This will add flavor and texture to your dish. Some good options include pinto beans, black beans, kidney beans, and navy beans.
  • Add aromatics: Aromatics, such as onions, garlic, and celery, will help to enhance the flavor of your beans. You can also add other vegetables, such as carrots, peppers, and corn.
  • Season your beans: Season your beans with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
  • Cook your beans until they are tender: The cooking time will vary depending on the type of beans you are using. Pinto beans, for example, will take about 1 hour to cook, while black beans will take about 1.5 hours.

Conclusion:

Rancher's beans are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a good source of protein, fiber, and other nutrients. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make a pot of rancher's beans at home. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give rancher's beans a try.

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