Southern Ham and Brown Beans

Southern Ham and Brown Beans

This Southern pinto beans recipe turns a pound of dry pinto beans and a ham hock into a family-favorite meal that will be enjoyed by multiple generations.

Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
200 min
Total Time
280 min
Servings
8

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Combine beans, ham hock, onion, garlic, and water in a large stockpot.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Bring to a boil, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour.'}

  5. 5

    {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'After 1 hour, return the pot to the stovetop and return to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until flavors have blended and broth has thickened, at least 3 hours, or up to 6 hours.'}

  6. 6

    {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'During the last 15 minutes of simmering, transfer ham hock to a cutting board. Let sit until cool enough to handle, 5 to 10 minutes, then pull meat from the bone.'}

  7. 7

    {'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Return meat to the stockpot and discard the bone. Adjust seasonings to taste.'}

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (8 servings total)

273
Calories
17 g
Protein
38 g
Carbs
6 g
Fat
9 g
Fiber
323 mg
Sodium
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/40203/southern-ham-and-brown-beans/
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