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Easy Cowboy Beans (Frijoles Charros)
Easy Cowboy Beans (Frijoles Charros) brings tender pinto beans simmered with tomatoes, green chiles, ham, cilantro, onion, garlic, and a splash of hot sauce for a robust, smoky-spicy bite. The broth turns savory and rich as it bubbles, perfect alongside grilled meats or as a hearty side for casual gatherings.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Combine pinto beans, tomatoes with green chiles, ham, cilantro, red onion, garlic, hot sauce, and black pepper in a saucepan; bring to a boil.
- 2
Reduce heat; simmer about 1 hour.
- Calories 167.49 kcal Moderate
- Protein 13.96 g Good Source
- Carbs 27.74 g Moderate
- Total Fat 1.51 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.74 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 22.13 mg Moderate
- Sodium 1076.24 mg High
- Fiber 8.52 g Good Source
- Sugar 3.8 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 49.48 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.1 mg Moderate
- Potassium 403.05 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 10.08 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.91 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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