Mexican Charra Beans Recipe

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried pinto beans
  • 5 cups water
  • 3 cups beef bouillon or stock (can use 3 beef bouillon cubes or granules dissolved in hot water)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 to 6 slices bacon, chopped or cut in small pieces across the strips
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
  • 2 fresh jalapeño chilies*, sliced into thin strips (discard seeds and ribs before slicing)
  • 1 cup canned tomatoes, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Description

Very Flavorful Beans, Slightly Soupy. Frequently Served As A Side Dish With A Mexican Meal In Many Restaurants Along The Border. *CAUTION: When Cutting Up Jalapeño Chilies, Do Not…

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