Southern Ham and Brown Beans

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This Southern pinto beans recipe with ham is the same one my mother's side of the family has been making for years, but I've added my own special touch. This recipe is also very good with diced ham and a can of chopped green chiles added. Serve it with cornbread, fried potatoes, and fried cabbage.

Submitted by SABRYSON
Updated on April 27, 2023
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
3 hrs 20 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Total Time:
4 hrs 40 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 pound dry pinto beans

  • 1 large, meaty ham hock

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 8 cups water

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Directions

  1. Combine beans, ham hock, onion, and garlic in a large stockpot. Pour in water, then season with chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand for 1 hour.

  2. After 1 hour, return the pot to the stovetop and return to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until flavors have blended and broth has thickened, at least 3 hours, or up to 6 hours.

  3. During the last 15 minutes of simmering, transfer ham hock to a cutting board. Let sit until cool enough to handle, 5 to 10 minutes, then pull meat from the bone. Return meat to the stockpot and discard the bone. Adjust seasonings to taste.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

273 Calories
6g Fat
38g Carbs
17g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 273
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 323mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate 38g 14%
Dietary Fiber 9g 33%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 17g 33%
Vitamin C 6mg 6%
Calcium 80mg 6%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 902mg 19%

* 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.