Spicy Pinto Beans

By á-40331

Ingredients

• 1 lb. dried pinto beans, rinsed and picked over
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 slices thick-cut bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4 inch strips
• 2 c chicken broth
• 1 14oz can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
• salt and pepper

Preparation

Step 1

1. Transfer the beans to a large bowl. Add cool water to cover the beans by 3 inches. Let stand for at least 10 hrs.
2. Drain the soaked beans in a colander. Sprinkle the onion and bacon into a large slow cooker. Add the beans, chicken broth and 1 c cold water. Cover and cook on high until the beans are tender, about 3 hrs.
3. Pour in the tomatoes. Cover and cook on hight for 1 1/2 hrs. Season with salt and pepper.