Frijoles Cooked Low and Slow, Texas Style

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Step 1

Dump the pinto beans into a large pot. Add enough water to cover them, then toss in the bacon, jalapeños, cilantro, and garlic. Bring everything to a gentle simmer—it should take about 10 minutes for the beans to warm up. Once they’re heated through, pour in one can of light beer.

Step 2

Let the beans cook slowly over low heat, stirring every now and then. You’ll want to keep an eye on them as the bacon breaks down and the beans start to soften and fall apart. This slow cooking can take anywhere from 3 to 6 hours, so be patient.

Step 3

If the liquid starts to get too low and the beans aren’t swimming anymore, add the rest of the beer little by little—about every couple of hours—to keep things nice and moist.

Step 4

When the beans are tender and flavorful, cover the pot and keep them warm until you’re ready to eat. This slow and steady method really brings out the best in the beans!