CHARRO BEANS

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I love the charro beans at Uncle Julio's restaurant in Texas. This seems to be a similar recipe. They don't have chili powder or cumin but are well seasoned and seem very fresh and light.

Provided by Bren in LR

Categories     Beans

Time 3h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb dried pinto bean
6 slices bacon, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
4 medium fresh plum tomatoes, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 (12 ounce) can beer
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Rinse and pick over beans.
  • Place in a large pot and cover with water, approx 6-7 cups. Bring to a boil then cover and cook over med-low heat for 2-2 1/2 hours, until tender but still firm.
  • Before the beans are done, fry the bacon in a large skillet until crisp. Remove and place on a small plate.
  • Add garlic, onions and green pepper to the bacon grease in the skillet and cook till tender.
  • Return the bacon along with the tomatoes to the skillet. Add the can of beer and simmer for a few minutes.
  • Add the chopped cilantro and jalapenos to the skillet then put everything into the large bean pot.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.8, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 5.4, Sodium 83.2, Carbohydrate 56.3, Fiber 13.4, Sugar 4.9, Protein 18.5

Raid Legends
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit. The charro beans are flavorful and delicious. They're perfect for a party or a potluck.


Zero Hero
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These charro beans were a great success! I made them for a potluck and they were a hit. The beans were tender and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making them again.


Angelique Kasongo
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The charro beans were flavorful and satisfying. I served them with some rice and tortillas, and it was a delicious and filling meal. I'll definitely be making this recipe again.


Kaye Geofrey
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This recipe is a keeper! The charro beans were easy to make and absolutely delicious. The sauce was flavorful and the beans were cooked perfectly. I served them with some rice and tortillas, and it was a meal that the whole family enjoyed. I highly r


Sagor, Poru
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I made a few modifications to this recipe and it turned out great! I used black beans instead of pinto beans, and I added some chopped onions and green peppers to the sauce. I also used a spicier salsa. The beans were flavorful and tender, and the sa


Madrin Nankya
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This recipe was a disaster! The beans were overcooked and the sauce was too spicy. I had to throw the whole thing away. I won't be making this recipe again.


Mary-Jane Harvie
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it! The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Bianca Leen
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Meh.


Shy Emma
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These charro beans were a total disappointment. The beans were mushy and bland, and the sauce was watery and tasteless. I followed the recipe exactly, but I don't know what went wrong. I won't be making this recipe again.


Shittu Sodiq
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I was skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The charro beans turned out amazing. They were flavorful, tender, and had the perfect amount of spice. I served them with some rice and tortillas, and it was a delicious and sati


Rahman Ali
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I've tried many charro bean recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The addition of the bacon and sausage gives the beans a smoky and savory flavor that is simply irresistible. I also love the fact that this recipe is so easy to make


Sohail Property wala
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This recipe was a hit at my last party! I made a big batch and everyone loved them. The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend this recipe for any occasion.


Chris Tamayo
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These charro beans were an absolute delight! The combination of bacon, sausage, and beef broth made a rich and flavorful sauce that perfectly complemented the tender beans. I served them with some shredded cheese and sour cream on top, and they were