Best 5 Slow Cooker Pinto Bean Bonanza Recipes

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When looking for a hearty and flavorful dish that is easy to prepare, "slow cooker pinto bean bonanza" stands out as an excellent choice. This recipe combines pinto beans, vegetables, and spices to create a savory and comforting meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you prefer a classic version or one with a unique twist, there are countless variations of this dish available to suit your taste buds. With the convenience of a slow cooker, you can effortlessly create a delicious and satisfying meal that will please the whole family. So, let's embark on a culinary journey and discover the best "slow cooker pinto bean bonanza" recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

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SLOW COOKER PINTO BEANS



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These beans turn out fabulous in the slow cooker! I developed this recipe after finding too many hard beans after cooking with a pot on the stove.

Provided by Corena

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 13h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dried pinto beans
1 onion, chopped
¾ green bell pepper, diced
2 celery ribs, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 pound Black Forest ham, cubed
1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
1 tablespoon dried oregano, or to taste
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon lard
5 cups chicken broth, or as needed to cover

Steps:

  • Cover pinto beans with water in a large bowl; allow beans to soak overnight.
  • Place onion, green bell pepper, celery, garlic, Black Forest ham, soaked pinto beans, cumin, oregano, bay leaves, and lard in a slow cooker.
  • Pour enough chicken broth into the slow cooker to cover the other ingredients.
  • Cook on High until beans are very tender, 5 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Cholesterol 36.4 mg, Fat 13.5 g, Fiber 12.8 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 1348.4 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

SLOW COOKER PINTO BEAN BONANZA



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I was fed up with searching for tasty slow cooker pinto recipes, so I mixed and matched and came up with my own. This recipe is fresh from bachelorhood, yet so good. Imagine the warm goodness of semi-spicy pintos oozing over steaming brown rice and cheese. It's the perfect combo of flavor and value. Enjoy, and let me know how it can be improved!

Provided by Danger-Men-Cooking

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 10h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 slices bacon
8 cups water
2 cups dry pinto beans
½ pound kielbasa sausage, cut into bite-size pieces
1 (15 ounce) can ranch-style beans
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
½ cup dried minced onion
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons pickled jalapeno peppers
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons ground paprika
1 green bell pepper, chopped
½ cup chopped green onion

Steps:

  • Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat; crumble bacon when cool.
  • Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan, and stir in pinto beans. Simmer over medium-low heat until the beans soften, about 30 minutes; pour beans and water into a slow cooker. Stir in the bacon and bacon drippings, kielbasa, ranch-style beans, tomato paste, dried onion, apple cider vinegar, pickled jalapeno, sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Set the cooker to Low, and cook until pinto beans are very tender, 9 to 10 hours.
  • About 5 minutes before serving, stir in chopped green pepper. Serve topped with chopped green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.4 calories, Carbohydrate 68.5 g, Cholesterol 31.3 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 16.3 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 2187.9 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

SLOW-COOKER PINTO BEANS



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If you have yet to cook beans from scratch and own a slow cooker, this is the recipe for you! It comes together with pantry ingredients, requires minimal prep and thanks to the slow cooker, you'll be rewarded with plump, perfectly tender beans with almost zero hands-on time. (Navy beans would also work well here.) Seasoned with warm spices and pickled jalapenos, they are a great side dish. Or serve them over rice or with warm tortillas as a meal.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 8h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound dried pinto beans, rinsed and picked over (see Cook's Note)
48 ounces low-sodium chicken broth (or one 32-ounce carton plus 2 cups water)
One 8-ounce jar mild or hot diced pickled jalapeños
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3 cloves garlic
2 dried bay leaves
1/4 cup cilantro leaves plus 1/4 cup chopped cilantro stems, optional
Kosher salt
3/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar or crumbled Cotija or queso fresco
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Put the beans, chicken broth, pickled jalapeños and brine from the jar in a 4-to-7-quart slow cooker. Stir in the oregano, cumin, garlic, bay leaves, cilantro stems if using and 1 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook on high until the beans are tender but still hold their shape, 8 to 10 hours.
  • Remove and discard the bay leaves. Use the back of a spoon to smash the garlic cloves, then stir them into the beans. Serve topped with the cheese, cilantro leaves and lime wedges.

SLOW-COOKER PINTO BEANS



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I love pinto beans, but I always feel the flavor can easily turn too bland. I added a little this and a little that and came out with this amazing but easy slow-cooker pinto beans recipe. -Erica Vanderpool, Clarksville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 8h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound dried pinto beans
1/4 cup sliced onions
8 cups water
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
Fresh thyme sprigs , optional

Steps:

  • Sort beans and rinse in cold water. Add beans to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Add the next 10 ingredients; stir., Cook, covered, on high 2 hours. Reduce heat to low; cook until beans are tender, 6-7 hours. Serve with slotted spoon. If desired, top with fresh thyme sprigs. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled beans in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1043mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SLOW COOKER PINTO BEANS



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Pinto Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h10m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb dry pinto beans
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 lb ham hock
4 cups water
1 onion, chopped
1 cup salt
1/4 cup black pepper
1/4 cup garlic powder

Steps:

  • Wash the beans and soak overnight in cold water. Drain the beans and dump into slow cooker. Stir in chili powder and oregano.
  • Pre-soak ham in a separate pot, for at least 2, or refrigerated up to 24 hours, depending on how salty you want your stock to be. Add ham hock to slow cooker with beans and pour in ham soaking liquid. Add more water until ham hock is completely covered.
  • Add onion to slow cooker with beans and meat. Stir well. Season, to taste, with House Seasoning, cover the pot, and cook on high until beans are very tender, about 5 hours.
  • House Seasoning:
  • Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.2, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 11397.4, Carbohydrate 11.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 3.5

Tips:

  • Make sure to rinse the dried pinto beans thoroughly before cooking. This will help remove any dirt or debris.
  • Soaking the beans overnight before cooking them will help them cook more evenly and quickly. If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can quick-soak them by bringing them to a boil in a pot of water, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for an hour.
  • You can add a variety of vegetables to your slow-cooker pinto bean soup. Some good options include onions, carrots, celery, bell peppers, and corn.
  • If you want a thicker soup, you can mash some of the beans before adding them to the slow cooker. You can also add a cornstarch slurry (a mixture of cornstarch and water) to the soup towards the end of the cooking time.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooker pinto bean soup is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover pinto beans. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a hearty and flavorful soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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