fresh pinto beans with tomatoes

How To Make fresh pinto beans with tomatoes

• 1

  SHELL THE BEANS, rinse them off and put them in a saucepan with water to cover.
• 2

  Bring to a boil for 15 minutes, then drain and return the beans to the pan.
• 3

  Add the oil, onions, tomatoes, paprika, cumin, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, some freshly ground pepper and a cup of water.
• 4

  Cover and cook over a low flame until the beans are tender, about an hour.
• 5

  Taste for salt and add more if necessary.
• 6

  If the tomatoes are too acidic, add enough sugar to balance the flavor.
• 7

  Remove from heat and season to taste with the lemon juice.
• 8

  Turn beans, and their juices, into a serving dish.
• 9

  Garnish with the parsley and cilantro.
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