Simple Slow Cooker Pinto Beans and Ham

This is my simple version of pinto beans and ham. It’s just a basic recipe with no frills. My husband always enjoys this version. Serve with cornbread.

Step: 1

Bring 8 cups water and pinto beans to a boil in a large pot. Remove pot from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse before using.

Step: 2

Transfer pinto beans to a slow cooker. Add ham bone, red onion, minced garlic, and ham base. Pour in remaining 6 cups of water, or enough to cover the beans.

Step: 3

Cool on Low until beans are tender, about 8 hours.

Step: 4

Remove the ham bone, shred meat, and add back to the beans. Discard the bone. Serve hot, seasoned with hot sauce, salt, and pepper.

Per Serving: 178 calories; protein 10.7g; carbohydrates 32.4g; fat 0.7g; sodium 184.4mg.

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