Ingredients
- 1 cup pinto beans, soaked overnight, then drained
- 2 cups beer (lager beer Corona)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons chicken base (or 2 bouillon cubes)
- 1/3 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon epazote (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 ounces bacon, chopped (and fat rendered out)
How to Make
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Step 1: Place soaked beans in a saucepan with the beer. baking soda, chicken base, onion, epazote, garlic, and partially cooked bacon.
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Step 2: Stir to mix, bring to a boil, and skim off any foam.
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Step 3: Then reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 90 minutes (give or take), stirring occasionally and making sure it doesn't cook dry.
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Step 4: Beans should be tender with a thick sauce when it's done.
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