Description
Fragrant and hearty, these simmered pinto beans—infused with onion, garlic, cloves, and herbs—yield about 5 cups of tender beans perfect for soups, stews, or sides.
Ingredients
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- 1 medium white onion, peeled
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 clove garlic, peeled
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 sprig thyme
- 2 cups dried pinto beans, rinsed and sorted
Instructions
- Stud the onion with the cloves and place it in a large pot along with the garlic, bay leaf, thyme, and beans.
- Cover by at least 4 inches of water, bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, cover, and allow to rest for one hour.
- Place back on the heat, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer uncovered until the beans are tender but firm, about 1 ½ hours.
- Drain, reserving the cooking liquid.