Slow Cooker Beef Beans (Print Version)
A comforting blend of beef, pinto beans, and green chiles slow-simmered for rich, satisfying flavor.
# Ingredients:
Meat and Aromatics
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1 lb ground beef
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1 medium onion, diced
Beans and Vegetables
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4 cups cooked pinto beans (or 2 cans, 15 oz each, drained and rinsed)
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1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
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1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
Liquids
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2 cups beef broth
Spices
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Salt, to taste
Garnish
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and fully cooked and the onion softens. Drain excess fat.
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Transfer beef and onion mixture to slow cooker. Add pinto beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, diced green chilies, and beef broth.
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Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir to combine thoroughly.
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Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. Stir occasionally if possible to distribute flavors evenly.
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Adjust salt to taste. Just before serving, stir in chopped fresh cilantro if desired. Serve hot.
# Notes:
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Using canned pinto beans reduces prep time. For best flavor, allow slow cooking to tenderize and develop depth.