Crock Pot Pinto Beans

EDITOR’S NOTE (July 16, 2019):  Added new photos. Updated text for clarity.  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.

When it is cold outside, I love a big bowl of fresh pinto beans, chopped ham hocks and cornbread.   It is the most satisfying meal!

I was born and raised in Georgia.  My family enjoyed this meal once or twice a week because it was affordable and filled our tummies.

Classic deliciousness cooked in one pot. Excellent with cornbread and onions. Serve as a side or main dish.

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.  The ham flavor pairs well with a variety of veggies.

Smoked turkey wings and smoked turkey necks are tasty options for individuals who must avoid pork for whatever reasons.

Enjoy!

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Crock Pot Pinto Beans

Seasoned pinto beans cooked with smoked ham hocks cooked in one pot. Excellent with cornbread and onions. Serve as a side or main dish. Recipe and photography by Beverly Davis for CornbreadMillionaire.com.

Course

Side Dish

Cuisine

southern

Prep Time

1-1/2 hours

Cook Time

6 hours

Servings

servings

Ingredients

• 1 package (20 oz.) pinto beans I used Hurst's HamBeens Brand with Artificial Ham Flavor
• 1 large smoked ham hock Use 2 if more meat is desired.
• 6 cups water Use more or less to cover beans in crock pot.
• 1 Ham Flavor Packet Packaged with dried pinto beans.
• salt to taste (optional)

Course Side Dish Cuisine southern Prep Time 1-1/2 hours Cook Time 6 hours Servings servings Ingredients 1 package (20 oz.) pinto beans I used Hurst's HamBeens Brand with Artificial Ham Flavor 1 large smoked ham hock Use 2 if more meat is desired. 6 cups water Use more or less to cover beans in crock pot. 1 Ham Flavor Packet Packaged with dried pinto beans. salt to taste (optional)

Instructions

1. Remove debris from dried beans. Rinse thoroughly.
2. Place rinsed beans in a large bowl. Fill with water. Cover with lid. Soak 1 hour up to overnight.
3. Drain and rinse beans. Dump into crock pot. Add one or two large smoked pork ham hocks. Cover with water. Add an extra 1/2 cup if water if more soup is preferred.
4. Cover crock pot. Cook on HIGH 4 to 5 hours or until desired tenderness.
5. Remove ham hock(s). Dice or shred. Return to crock pot.
6. The smoked ham hock(s) provide amazing flavor. Taste a sample of cooked pinto beans. If desired, add Ham Flavor (or save for a later use), simmer and simmer 1 more minute. Add or omit salt.
7. Serve hot. Delicious with crusty cornbread.

Recipe Notes

If desired, stir in the following before cooking...

1 white onion, chopped

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon oregano