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Crockpot Pinto Beans

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 8

Ingredients

1 pound dry pinto beans
1/4 pound streak o’ lean, or 1/2 pound ham hocks
4 cups water
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
The Lady’s House Seasoning

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Wash the beans and place in a large pot. Add enough cold water to cover and soak overnight.

    Step 2

    Drain the beans. If using streak o’ lean, cut it into cubes, brown in a skillet, and place the meat and any rendered fat in the crockpot. Add the water, onion, chili powder, and oregano. Add the drained beans and stir well.

    Step 3

    Season to taste with House Seasoning, cover the pot, and cook on high for 5 hours.

  2. Step 4

    *If using ham hocks, try to break them down some, using a sharp knife.

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