Campfire Beans

Name: Campfire Beans
Ingredients: 4 strips bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 cups pinto beans, soaked overnight, drained

5 ingredients

9 steps

Ingredients

4 strips bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups pinto beans, soaked overnight, drained

Directions

1

Heat a cast-iron pot over medium-high heat.
2

Add the bacon and cook for 5 minutes.
3

Add the onion and saute until beginning to soften and become translucent, about 5 minutes.
4

Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
5

Season with salt and pepper.
6

Add the beans and 5 cups water to the pot, stirring to combine.
7

Bring the beans to a boil, reduce the heat and cover.
8

Cook over medium-low heat until the beans are tender, about 2 hours.
9

Adjust the seasoning, if necessary.