For an even richer flavor, consider using smoked pork hocks in place of pork jowl. If you're short on time, you can soak the pinto beans in water overnight to reduce the cooking time by about an hour. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of chopped cilantro for added freshness. Leftover pinto beans can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for a quick and satisfying meal.
Down South Pinto Beans
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME3 hrs 5 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS21
Transport yourself to a Southern kitchen with these deeply flavorful pinto beans, slow-cooked with savory pork for an unforgettable taste of tradition. Serve with cornbread and chopped onions for the full experience.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate33 g
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Cholesterol13 mg
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Fiber8 g
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Protein11 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium43 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Thoroughly rinse the pinto beans and place them in a large, heavy-bottomed stockpot. (5 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
Add 4 quarts of water, the pork jowl, sugar, salt, and pepper to the pot. (2 minutes)
03
Step
15 mins
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. (15 minutes)
04
Step
4 hrs
Cover the pot and cook until the beans are tender and have absorbed the flavors of the pork, approximately 3 to 4 hours. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
05
Step
5 mins
Throughout the cooking process, monitor the water level and add more as needed to ensure the beans remain submerged. Avoid letting the beans cook dry, as this can result in scorching.
06
Step
2 mins
Once the beans are tender, taste and adjust the seasoning as needed with additional salt and pepper.
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Jarrell Batz
Jun 27, 2025I'm a vegetarian, so I used smoked paprika as suggested and they were still delicious!
Jamil Ondricka
Jun 27, 2025The perfect side dish for cornbread!
Aletha Konopelski
Jun 25, 2025Next time, I'll try using smoked turkey legs for a leaner option.
Rollin Wilkinson
May 29, 2025I added a bay leaf and it really made a difference. Thanks for the tip!
Melany Frami
May 12, 2025My grandmother used to make these. This recipe brought back so many memories.
Kristofer Nolan
May 6, 2025I recommend soaking the beans overnight to cut down on the cooking time.
Nestor Conngoodwin
Apr 13, 2025These beans were a huge hit at our family gathering! The pork jowl added such a wonderful smoky flavor.
Jamaal Tillman
Apr 11, 2025Easy to follow and the beans turned out perfectly tender.