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Luby's Pinto Beans, Copycat

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  • Servings: 6
  • Prep: 1d
  • Cook: 2h
    • The following recipe serves 6 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 8 ounces dry pintos ,(1 cup)
  • 5 cups water
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Garnish:
  • 1/4 cup tomatoes,diced, 1/3 inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup onions ,diced ,1/3 inch cubes
  • 1/8 cup cilantro,minced, no stems
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Soak beans overnight

  • Step 2: Drain

  • Step 3: Fill with water to cover

  • Step 4: Simmer with spices to taste for 2 hours until beans are tender

  • Step 5: Add water as needed

  • Step 6: Last 15 minutes add garnish and simmer

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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