Tex-Mix Pinto Beans

Directions

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   Rinse and sort beans well, removing and dirt, rocks and un-bean stuff.
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   Place beans on large pot and cover with water 2 inches above beans.
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   Bring to a rolling boil.
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   Place lid on pot.
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   Remove from heat.
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   Let stand 1 hour.
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    Keep water inches Add 3 more cups of hot water.
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    Turn heat to high.
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    Add all ingredients except creole seasoning.
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    Boil rapidly for 10 minutes.
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    Place lid on beans and turn down to medium low and simmer for and hour, stirring at least every 20 minutes from the bottom.
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    6.
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    Boil 1 1/2 cups of water and add at 1 hour mark (boil so beans don't split).
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    Stir and then cook for another hour, stirring at least every 20 minutes from the bottom.
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    7.
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    At 2 hour mark, taste juice with beans.
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    Add creole seasoning a little at a time and remember if you refrigerate that the salt will show more when you reheat.
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    Best if you only put creole seasoning in your OWN BOWL of beans.