Cooking pinto beans in a crock pot is a convenient and fuss-free method that allows the beans to simmer slowly, resulting in a delicious and comforting dish. In this article, I will guide you through a simple and satisfying recipe on how to cook pinto beans in a crock pot.
1. How To Cook Pinto Beans in Crock Pot
Ingredients
- 1 pound Dry Pinto Beans
- 1 Link Smoked Sausage
- 1 Link Andouille Sausage
- 1 pound Ground Meat
- 1 Large Sweet Onion, diced
- 1 Large Green Bell Pepper, diced
- 1 Celery Stalk, diced
- 3 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 Bay Leaves
- 1 tbsp. Creole Seasoning
- 1 tbsp. Onion Powder
- 1 tbsp. Garlic Powder
- 2 tsp. Dried Thyme
- 5 Cups Chicken Broth
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
Rinse the dry pinto beans and soak them in water overnight or for at least 6 hours. Drain and rinse the soaked beans.
In a large crockpot, combine the soaked pinto beans, smoked sausage, andouille sausage, and ground meat.
Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic to the crockpot.
Sprinkle in the Creole seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Stir to distribute the spices evenly.
Pour in the 5 cups of chicken broth and add the 3 bay leaves.
Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours, or on high heat for 4-6 hours, until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Discard the bay leaves. Taste the beans and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Serve the Crock Pot Pinto Beans hot, with cornbread, rice, or your favorite accompaniments.
As the beans gently simmer in the crockpot, the aromas will fill your kitchen, tempting your senses and leaving you eager to indulge. This dish is perfect for lazy weekends, family gatherings, or as a satisfying meal prep option, as the leftovers only become more flavorful over time.