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razorback beans

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Embers Stephens
Macon, GA

I usually spice this up by adding a bit more chili powder and oregano! ~Enjoy!

(1 rating)
yield 8 to 10 servings
prep time 1 Hr 10 Min
cook time 2 Hr 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For razorback beans

  • 1 lb
    package dried pinto beans
  • 1 - 1 1/2 lb
    lean ground beef
  • 1 md
    onion, chopped
  • 1 md
    green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can
    (16-oz) whole tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can
    (4-oz) chopped green chiles, drained
  • 1 can
    (4-oz) taco sauce
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1 Tbsp
    chili powder, hot
  • 1/2 tsp
    cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp
    dried whole oregano
  • 1 tsp
    finely minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper

How To Make razorback beans

  • 1
    Sort and wash beans; place in a large Dutch oven. Cover with water 2 inches above beans, and bring to a boil; cook 2 minutes. Remove beans from heat; cover and let soak 1 hour.
  • 2
    Drain beans; cover with water. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour or until beans are tender. Drain 2 cups liquid from beans, save. Discard -remaining- liquid. Add the saved 2 cups liquid back to beans.
  • 3
    Combine ground beef, chopped onion, and chopped bell pepper in a skillet; cook until beef is browned, stirring to crumble. Add beef mixture and remaining ingredients to beans. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer, and simmer 1 hour and 15 minutes. Add additional water, if necessary.
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