Pinto Beans with Bacon and Scallions

By á-28647

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• 3 slices bacon, sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces
• 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced crosswise, separating white and green parts
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans
• 1 cup water
• Coarse salt and ground pepper

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Heat oil over medium-high. Add bacon, and cook, stirring often, until golden brown and almost crisp, about 3 minutes. Add scallion whites and cook, stirring, until softened, about 1 minute. Add pinto beans and water, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Serve topped with scallion greens.

Make-ahead

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