Santa Maria Style Pinquito Beans Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Rinse the pinquito beans and soak them overnight in water.
• STEP 2.In a large pot, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the pot.
• STEP 3.Add the onions to the pot and cook until they are soft and translucent.
• STEP 4.Add the soaked pinquito beans, bacon, garlic, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves to the pot. Stir well to combine.
• STEP 5.Pour in enough water to cover the beans by about 2 inches. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
• STEP 6.Season the beans with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot as a side dish or use as a filling for burritos or tacos.
• STEP 7.Cooking Tips: For a smoky flavor, you can add a chipotle pepper or smoked paprika to the pot. If you prefer a thicker consistency, you can mash some of the beans with a fork or potato masher before serving.
• STEP 8.Storage and Serving: Leftover beans can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat them on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.

Cooking Tips

• For a smoky flavor, you can add a chipotle pepper or smoked paprika to the pot.
• If you prefer a thicker consistency, you can mash some of the beans with a fork or potato masher before serving.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover beans can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Reheat them on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.