Crock Pot Pinto Beans

Crock Pot Pinto Beans are full of savory flavor.  This method of cooking is perfect for meal planning.  While the beans simmer, prepare other dishes, clean house or just relax.  

I love a big bowl of fresh pinto beans, chopped ham hocks and cornbread.   It’s a satisfying meal any time of year.

EDITOR’S NOTE (January 5, 2020): Added a new photo.  PIN here on Pinterest.

DISCLOSURE:  I received compensation and complimentary pinto beans from Hurst’s Ham Beens.   The Hurst’s HamBeens Brand with Artificial Ham Flavor is a personal favorite.  Comments and opinions are my own.

Cooking pinto beans in a crock pot creates a delicious savory deep flavor.  

You may also enjoy my Southern Pinto Beans cooked in a dutch oven (or use a large pot).

I’m one of countless southerners who truly LOVE pinto beans and cornbread.

My family enjoyed this meal once or twice a week because it was affordable and filled our tummies.

Crumbled cornbread covered with pinto beans topped with chopped onions is a mighty good meal.  Never, ever gets old.

We usually have a tall glass of lemonade or iced tea. 

Heaven on earth.

Oh yeah, coleslaw and pinto beans are da BOMB.

According to Wikipedia.org, the pinto bean (/ˈpɪntoʊ/) is a variety of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris).

Pinto beans are  the most popular beans in the United States and northwestern Mexico.

They are a common filling for burritos in Mexican cuisine.  The young immature pods are harvested and cooked as green pinto beans.

In Spanish, they’ re called frijol pinto [fri.ˈxol ˈpin.to], literally “speckled bean.”

According to Medical News Today, beans offer many health benefits for individuals with diabetes.

They are a high-nutrient superfood that can help control blood sugar levels and fight disease.

This Ham Flavor Gluten-Free Seasoning is packaged with Hurst’s HamBeens Pinto Beans with Artificial HAM Flavor. 

Sprinkle over cooked pinto beans and stir. 

Simmer 1 minute longer before serving.  Yummy-licious!

Smoked ham hocks are one of THE most popular seasonings in the south. 

Excellent in collard greens, turnip greens, and black-eyed peas. 

Ham flavored pintos pair well with a variety of meat and veggies.

Smoked turkey wings and smoked turkey necks are tasty options for individuals who avoid pork for whatever reason(s).

How To Read & Follow A Recipe:  Tips for Beginners

Reading a recipe is an important life skill that requires properly reading a recipe’s ingredients, and instructions.  Plus, knowing how to prep ingredients and what equipment to use. 

Start with clean hands and organized kitchen.  Wash hands thoroughly.  Make sure kitchen and countertops are clean before making a recipe.

Create a relaxing environment.  Play favorite music while in the kitchen.  I love listening to classical or gospel music. 

Read the entire recipe so you understand it and to make sure you have each ingredient.

If you see ingredient that you and your family don’t use for whatever reason, use a substitute.

Watch Recipe Videos.    If you’re a visual learner (like me), watching a video tutorial is a great way to see how a recipe is made. 

Mise en place is a super time saver. This French cooking term translates as “putting in place.”   It means prepping/measuring ingredients and chopping food before you start cooking.  

Make notes in your recipe. Note any special prep instructions and highlight cooking times.  Make note of ingredients omitted,  favorite substitutions and creative twists.   The notes will be very helpful the next time you make this recipe.

Enjoy!