Easy Pinto Beans

• servings: 6-8
• active time: 5 minutes
• total time: 2 hours 5 minutes

Ingredients

1 lb. dry pinto beans

6 cups + 2 cups water

1/2 tsp. cumin

1/2 tsp. smoked paprika

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. onion powder

1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper

salt to taste

Directions

Add beans to a large pot. Sort through the beans and remove any rocks. Cover with 6 cups of water and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer on low for 1 hour.

Add remaining water, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder and cayenne pepper and stir to combine. Bring to a boil. Simmer on low heat, covered, for an additional 1-1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.

Taste beans to make sure they are cooked through. Add salt and adjust seasonings as needed. Top with cilantro and enjoy.

Notes

Beans can be stored in an air-tight container in the fridge for 5-7 days.

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