Barbecued Pinto Beans

365 Ways to Cook Vegetarian

• Ready In: 2 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 16  ounces dried pinto beans
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  medium onions, chopped
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (12 ounce) can beer
• 3⁄4 cup molasses
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  cup  mesquite flavored barbecue sauce
• 2  tablespoons soy sauce
• 1  cup vegetable broth or 1  cup chicken broth
• 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. In a large bowl, soak beans overnight in enough water to cover by 2 inches. The next day, drain beans.
2. In a large soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden, 3-5 minutes.
3. Increase heat to medium high. Add beans, tomatoes, beer, molasses, garlic, barbecue sauce, soy sauce, broth and pepper. Stir to blend. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, 4-5 minutes.
4. Reduce heat to medium low. Cover and simmer until beans are tender, 2 to 2 ½ hours. If liquid evaporates during last hour of cooking, add a little water.