Description
Savor the rich and hearty flavors of Slow Cooker Cowboy Beans, a comforting dish that combines pinto beans, ground beef, and crispy bacon with an array of savory spices. Perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-prepare recipe allows you to set it in your slow cooker and enjoy quality time with loved ones while it cooks. The smoky goodness and tender texture of this cowboy bean dish will impress everyone at your table. Whether served as a main course or a side, it’s a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pinto beans
- 6 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup beef broth
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Rinse pinto beans under cold water and soak overnight.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy; remove with a slotted spoon.
- In the same skillet, brown ground beef with onion and green bell pepper until beef is cooked through; stir in garlic and seasonings.
- In the slow cooker, combine soaked beans, cooked bacon, beef mixture, barbecue sauce, beef broth, and brown sugar; mix well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until beans are tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg