Slow-cooked to perfection with onions, chiles, and bacon — these pinto beans are hearty, flavorful, and the perfect side or main dish. Serve with tortillas, rice, or spooned over grilled meats!

📌 Ingredients:

2 cups dried pinto beans (rinsed and soaked overnight or quick-soaked)

6–7 cups water

4 slices thick-cut bacon (chopped)

1 large onion (chopped)

2–3 roasted Hatch or Anaheim green chiles (chopped)

1 Roma tomato (diced) (optional)

2 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tsp salt (or to taste)

½ tsp black pepper

Optional: bay leaf or pinch of Mexican oregano