Pinto Beans Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound dry pinto beans
  • 1 med. onion, quartered
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 pound ham hocks or possibly salt pork, cut into cubes
  • 5 c. water
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili pwdr

Instructions

  1. 1.
  2. Soak pinto beans overnight in water to cover; drain.
  3. 2.
  4. Combine beans, water, onion, garlic, chili pwdr, salt and ham hocks or possibly salt pork in large pot.
  5. Bring to boiling; lower heat; simmer over low heat 2 1/2 hrs, or possibly till beans are very soft.
  6. Remove ham hocks before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

111 kcal 6% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.1g 6% DV
Total Fat 3.8g 5% DV
Carbs 17.6g 6% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 1.5g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9858.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 157.5mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.7mg 11% DV
Calcium 65.3mg 5% DV
Iron 1mg 6% DV
Diet fit Low-carb Under 400 cal

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % 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).

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