Pinto Beans

📜 Collection: Patsy’s Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Sides A traditional homestyle side dish of tender pinto beans seasoned with garlic salt, black pepper, and oregano. Simple, comforting, and packed with flavor.

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Prep Time	Cook Time	Inactive / Chill Time	Yield / Servings
10 mins	1 hour	30 mins	4–6 Servings

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🔪 Key Equipment

• Large pot or saucepan

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Ingredients

Measurements	Ingredients	Prep / Notes
Fill pot to ½ to 1 inch depth	Pinto Beans	Dry beans
Cover with 4 inches	Water	Measured above the beans Level
To taste	Garlic Salt	None
To taste	Black Pepper	None
Generous amount	Oregano	Lots

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Instructions

Step 1: Cook and Simmer

1. Combine the Pinto Beans, Water, Garlic Salt, Black Pepper, and Oregano in a pot.
2. Cook for 1 hour on medium heat until the beans are tender.
3. Turn off the heat and let sit undisturbed without opening the lid for ½ hour to finish steaming.

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💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store leftover cooked beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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