Old Fashioned Pinto Beans Cooked with Ham Hock

Welcome to my kitchen! Today, I'm sharing my secret recipe for homemade pinto beans infused with the rich, smoky flavor of ham hock. Get ready to experience the ultimate comfort food dish that's perfect for any occasion. These old fashioned slow-cooked pinto beans are simmered to perfection, absorbing all the delicious flavors from the savory ham hock. Each bite is a taste sensation, bringing together the hearty goodness of beans with the irresistible essence of smoked ham. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or simply craving a hearty meal that nourishes the body and spirit, these homemade pinto beans are the answer. Plus, they're incredibly versatile, perfect for pairing with cornbread, rice, or your favorite greens. 👉🏻 So, if you're ready to experience Southern comfort in every bite, grab your apron and let's start cooking! Don't forget to subscribe to my channel for more mouthwatering recipes that'll keep you coming back for seconds. ▶︎ SHOP MY FAVORITE PRODUCTS: https://www.amazon.com/shop/howdoyouc... Ingredients you'll need: • 1 - 16oz bag dried pinto beans - Any brand will do • 1 - Ham Hock - You can use bacon or bacon grease to substitute if needed (Optional) • 1 - Tablespoon Pepper • 1 - Tablespoon Salt Instructions: • Pour your 16oz bag of pintos in a colander • Go through your beans "Dry Picking" to remove any rocks, deformed or shriveled beans that were missed during the packaging process • Once you have dry picked your beans, you will want to rinse them. While your rinsing the beans this is your chance to go through them once more to see if you missed any of the bad beans • Pour cleaned and picked beans into a pot • Open your ham hock and rinse thoroughly • Add ham hock to your pot of dried beans • Fill the pot with water - You will want enough water in the pot to almost cover your ham hock • If there are any floating beans in your pot, remove them. These beans are the remainder of the bad ones that were't taken out in the beginning • Add your salt & pepper • Turn your stove eye on high until the water in the pot begins to boil • Once the water is boiling, turn down the temperature to a medium/low • Add a lid to the pot once the water is boiling at the desired temperature • After one hour, check your beans to see if any water is needed. if not, come back every 30 minutes to check - You will more than likely need to add water at some point during the cooking process • Add water if needed - Not too much as there is a point in the cooking process when the beans no longer absorbs the water - I like my beans with some soup gravy for cornbread dipping • Continue to check on your beans every 30 minutes until the desired consistency is achieved Total cook time can range from 3 - 5 hours depending on your preference of bean constancy ENJOY! Fan Mail: How Do You Cook - Back To Basics P.O. Box 789 Pleasant View, TN 37146-0789 USA The link/s above may be an affiliate link which means we receive a small commission of the revenue made from purchases through the link/s above. There is no additional charge to you! Thank you all for supporting my channel so I can continue to provide you with free content every week! THANK YOU!