Clay-Pot Pinto Beans W/ Corn Tortillas
"I found this recipe in the San Diego Union Tribune, and this type of dish is right up my alley. Prep time does not include overnight refrigeration."
- Ready In:
- 5hrs 30mins
- Ingredients:
- 10
- Serves:
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4
ingredients
- 453.59 g dried pinto bean
- 44.37 ml olive oil
- 1 large onion, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 7.39 ml dried Mexican oregano, crumbled
- salt, to taste
- 1 chipotle chile in adobo, minced (optional)
- queso fresco (Accompaniment)
- fresh cilantro, coursely chopped (Accompaniment)
- 12 corn tortillas
directions
- Dried beans soaked in water to cover generously for several hours or overnight.
- Drain soaked beans and place in a clay pot with 6 cups cold water (clay pot is optional, but beans seem to cook more evenly and have a richer taste when cooked in clay.
- Bring to a simmer slowly over moderately low heat, skimming any foam.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over low heat.
- Add onion, bell pepper and garlic; saute until soft (about 15 minutes).
- When beans just begin to simmer, add sauteed vegetables and oregano. Cover, adjust heat to maintain a gentl bubble, and cook until the beans are tender, 1 hour or more.
- If additional liquid is needed, add boiling water.
- Season with salt and minced chipotle chile, if desired.
- Cool, then refrigerate overnight.
- Reheat the beans slowly. Divide among warm bowls, topping each portion with queso fresco and cilantro.
- Serve with hot tortillas.
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Reviews
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This was really cool. I had cooked my beans a couple of days ago and was looking for a nice way to serve them. This fit the bill. I substituted a tablespoon of chili powder and a couple teaspoons of Adobo powder for the chipotle, because I didn't have any. And I served it topped with grated cheddar cheese and sliced green onions. Even my 8 y.o. old liked it, "really tasty, Mom."
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Spring Valley, California
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