Grandma’s Pinto Bean Stew
Pinto beans offer a comforting, flavorful experience that evokes warmth and nostalgia. This versatile dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, bringing together family and friends over a hearty meal. With their creamy texture and rich taste, pinto beans can be easily customized to suit your palate, making them a beloved staple in many kitchens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried pinto beans (or 2 cans)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- If using dried beans, soak them overnight in water. Drain before cooking.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in cumin and bay leaves; pour in vegetable broth.
- Add soaked (or rinsed canned) pinto beans and stir well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 45-60 minutes for dried beans or 20-30 minutes for canned beans until tender.
- Remove bay leaves and season with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg