PORTUGUESE BEANS

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Thank You Aunt Alta, this is her recipe. It is one of those make in the morning and let it cook all day or do the day ahead. Works well to make ahead and reheat in a crock pot to the picnic.

Provided by Cheri B

Categories     Beans

Time 6h15m

Yield 1/2 cup, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (1 lb) package pinto beans
2 -3 quarts water, to cook beans in
1/4 lb diced bacon or 1/4 lb salt pork, diced
1 onion, diced
1/4-1/2 teaspoon allspice
2 cups ketchup

Steps:

  • Cook beans, by putting in heavy kettle, cover, with 3 inches of water. Do not cover pot with lid, boil for 3 minutes. NOW cover and remove from heat.
  • Let stand 1 hour. Cook bacon or salt pork add to beans. Do not disguard drippings.
  • Return to heat, remove lid and boil, reduce to simmer approximately 1-2 hours.Until tender, drain off water until just covered.
  • Take pan drippings and cook onion.
  • Add Allspice and Ketchup cook at a simmer 2 minutes.
  • Add mixture to beans and simmer, the day away.

Rao Usman ahmad
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This recipe is a must-try for any bean lover. The beans are cooked to perfection and the sauce is amazing.


John Doidge
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I would definitely make this dish again. It's a great way to use up leftover beans.


Oluwaseyi Olabisi
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I've never had Portuguese beans before, but this recipe made me a fan. They were so delicious.


Fittness Lesa
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I'm new to cooking and this recipe was easy to follow. The beans turned out great!


Parvez Ul Alom
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Gavin Neke
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This recipe was a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it. The beans were so flavorful and the sauce was perfect.


Janti Patov
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The beans were a bit too salty for my taste, but otherwise the dish was delicious.


Issy Baker
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ujjal Roy
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Tofajjol Hossan
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I'm not a big fan of beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The beans were so tender and flavorful.


MD Shawon Mia
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This dish was easy to make and turned out delicious. I especially liked the crispy edges of the beans.


ANTHIA Anthia
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My family loved this recipe! The beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


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