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These <\/em>pinto beans<\/em><\/strong> are no sidekick \u2014 they\u2019re the main event! Simmered slow and steady, they\u2019re rich, smoky, and totally hold their own. Loaded with flavor from spices and rich aromatics, they\u2019re delicious in tortillas or eaten straight from the spoon.<\/em><\/p>\n

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Let\u2019s cut to the chase \u2014 these pinto beans mean business. They\u2019re bold, savory, and are delicious enough to kick just about any craving on Mexican night.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re wondering how to cook pinto beans, it\u2019s all about using a low-and-slow cooking method with garlic, onion, and just <\/em>the right mix of spices. Chili powder brings the heat, and I find that cumin adds a deep, earthy punch that I can\u2019t get enough of. A few avocado or bay leaves round it out with a subtle and woodsy kick that\u2019s oh-so-authentic.<\/p>\n

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My pinto beans recipe is simple to make and, honestly, pretty difficult to get wrong. So it\u2019s perfect for jazzing up everything from homemade tortillas<\/a> to carne asada<\/a> or spare ribs<\/a> at a backyard BBQ. <\/p>\n

Top your beans with crumbled queso fresco or eat them straight up! This is real-deal comfort food you won\u2019t want to miss. Fiesta, anyone?<\/p>\n

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To Soak or Not to Soak Your Beans<\/h2>\n

Don\u2019t have time to soak? You can make this recipe without soaking the beans, but you\u2019ll need to increase the cooking time. Simmer the beans for 1 hour and 30 minutes, then uncover and cook for an additional 45 minutes to 1 hour until tender.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Avocado Leaves<\/h2>\n

Avocado leaves add a really unique flavor to beans \u2014 it\u2019s kind of a mix of anise (licorice-like)<\/strong>, herbal<\/strong>, and slightly nutty or earthy<\/strong> tones. Some people even describe it as having a subtle tarragon or fennel vibe<\/strong>, especially if you\u2019re using the Mexican variety of avocado leaves (from Persea americana<\/em>, particularly the Mexicana<\/em> variety).<\/p>\n

When simmered in beans, the leaves give them a more complex, aromatic<\/strong> profile \u2014 they deepen the flavor without overpowering it. It\u2019s super common in Oaxacan and other southern Mexican cuisines<\/strong>, where they often use dried avocado leaves in black bean recipes.<\/p>\n

Benefits of Using Avocado Leaves in Beans:<\/h4>\n