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Delicious Slow Cooker Pinto Beans, Green Chile, and Beef

A cozy and hearty meal featuring pinto beans, green chilies, and tender beef, all cooked in a slow cooker for remarkable flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups pinto beans, soaked overnight Soaking helps the beans cook evenly.
  • 1 pound beef, chopped into bite-sized pieces Use good quality beef for better flavor.
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can diced green chilies (4 oz)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth For a richer flavor, use homemade broth.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust seasoning as desired.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For browning the beef.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soak the pinto beans in water overnight to ensure they cook evenly.
  2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and brown the chopped beef on all sides.
  3. In your slow cooker, combine the soaked beans, sautéed beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced green chilies.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and add cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
  5. Set the slow cooker to low and let it cook for about 8 hours until beans are tender.
  6. Once cooked, stir well and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding a bay leaf during cooking and adjusting spice according to your preference. This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.