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Mexican Beans

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PREP TIME
15 min
COOKING TIME
125 min
TOTAL TIME
140 min
SERVINGS
12 servings
Dinner Mexican
Mexican Beans
Ingredients
  • 1 pound dried pinto beans, washed
  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lard
  • water to cover
  • salt to taste
Instructions
1
Combine dried or fresh beans with a large quantity of water in a substantial pot. Add sliced onions, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeño pepper, minced garlic, and rendered lard to the pot. Ensure that all ingredients are submerged in water, leaving approximately 4-5 inches of space at the top.
2
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then gradually decrease the heat to a simmer. Allow the beans to cook for 2-3 hours, or up to 5 hours depending on their type and desired tenderness. Periodically add more water as needed to maintain the optimal level.
3
Once the beans have become tender, proceed to season them with a pinch of salt to taste.