Chuckwagon Beans
Chuckwagon Beans is a hearty, smoky dish with tender pinto beans, salt pork, and flavorful spices, perfect for rustic gatherings or comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Wash the pinto beans and soak them overnight; drain.
- Place the soaked beans in a large kettle or Dutch oven and cover with water.
- Add salt pork or ham hocks, chopped onions, sugar, chili powder, and tomato paste to the pot.
- Simmer uncovered for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Add salt to taste and more water if needed.
- Continue cooking for another hour or until the beans are tender.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
376
kcal
19% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).