Slow Cooker Spicy Pinto Bean Soup
Try a warm and hearty slow cooker spicy pinto bean soup, made easy with Hurst's Hambeen Pinto Bean Soup mix for a flavorful, comforting meal.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 20 oz. bag Hurst's HAMBEENS Pinto Beans with ham packet (wait to add the packet until the end)
- 1 lb. thick cut bacon sliced before cooking
- 1 white onion diced
- 2 small carrots diced
- 2 celery ribs diced
- 1 poblano pepper diced
- 1 jalapeno minced
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- ½ tsp. cumin
- 10 cups water
- salt to taste
FOR SERVING
- shredded cheddar
Instructions
- Sort through the beans and discard any debris. Rinse the beans in a mesh strainer. Add to the slow cooker. (Don't add the ham flavor mix yet).
- Add the beans to the slow cooker. Set aside.
- In a skillet (set to medium high heat), brown the sliced bacon until crisp, drain and add to the slow cooker. Next, leave a few tablespoons of oil in the skillet and saute the diced onions until golden, add to the cooker.
- Add the carrots, celery, poblano pepper and jalapeno pepper. Add the seasonings and then pour over the water and stir.
- Cook on HIGH for 5 hours. When the cooking time is done, add the seasoning packet and stir. Add salt to taste.
- Top with cheese or sliced jalapeno for garnish.
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Notes
- You can use the store locator or order these pinto beans online. I find these beans easily at my local Walmart.
- You do not need to soak the beans. Cook them on high and keep the lid on the entire cooking time, and you will have great results.
- You can refrigerate the beans for up to three days or freeze them for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator before heating them on the stovetop.
- For a less spicy soup, use canned fire-roasted chile peppers.
- Chicken broth can be used instead of water.
- You can mash a portion of the beans for a creamier soup.
- Great sides to serve with Spicy Pinto Bean Soup include warm tortillas, buttery cornbread, or slices of garlic bread. Each adds a different texture and flavor to complement the hearty soup.
- For toppings, try adding shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, fresh cilantro, cubed avocado, or a dollop of sour cream.
- If you want to make the soup even more filling, serve it over a bed of steamed white rice. It’s a simple way to add extra comfort and turn the soup into a full, satisfying meal.
- For leftovers, you can strain the soup and make pinto bean burritos!
Nutrition
Calories: 494kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 587mg | Potassium: 1206mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2723IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 104mg | Iron: 4mg
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