Simple Slow Cooker Pinto Beans and Ham

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This is my simple version of crockpot pinto beans and ham. It's just a basic recipe with no frills. My husband always enjoys this version. Serve with cornbread.

Submitted by Cindy
Updated on December 19, 2023
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
8 hrs 5 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
9 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 14 cups water, divided and more if needed

  • 2 cups dried pinto beans

  • 1 ham bone with meat

  • 1 large red onion, chopped

  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon ham base (such as Better than Bouillon)

  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco), or to taste

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Bring 8 cups water and pinto beans to a boil in a large pot. Remove the pot from heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse.

  2. Transfer beans to a slow cooker. Add ham bone, onion, garlic, and ham base. Pour in remaining 6 cups water or enough to cover beans.

  3. Cook on Low until beans are tender, about 8 hours.

  4. Remove ham bone, shred meat, and return to beans. Discard bone. Serve hot, seasoned with hot sauce, salt, and pepper.

Cook’s Note

I usually follow the quick-soak method instructions on the pinto bean package for expediency, but if you prefer to soak overnight, then follow that method.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

93 Calories
1g Fat
13g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 93
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Cholesterol 11mg 4%
Sodium 259mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 13g 5%
Dietary Fiber 4g 15%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 1mg 2%
Calcium 38mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 275mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.