Fried pinto beans are a staple for tacos. They also work well as a paste to spread on pizzas. Easy to make, easy to burn, and very tasty. When the gums or throat are sore, they are a gentle food to eat. A little oil can keep them from clumping too much in a pan. The bean paste taste is refreshing. When frying, stay with the meal, and stir frequently, keeping the mixture barely bubbling. For additional non spice flavor, try adding a bit of tomato juice or pickle juice. Some people make unnecessarily spicy fried pinto beans.
Pre Cook Preparation:
A. Timer set to the time to begin preparation prior to cooking
B. Stay with meal to stir frequently
Meal Adaptations:
Physical Accommodations:
Frozen or canned vegetables can be used
Sit on a stool while stirring
Visual Accommodations:
Colored chopping boards
Potential Food Allergy or Intolerance:
Butter (lactose)
Ham
Mushrooms
Onions
Pepper
Pinto Beans
Spices
Meatless Preparation Avoid:
Butter
Ham
Substitute with: ________________
Utensils:
Pot holders
Spoon
Pan: 1.5 quart pan
Ingredients:
Meat:
Optional:
1/4 cup chopped ham
Vegetables:
15 ounces of pinto beans
Optional:
1/4 cup chopped onions
Other ingredients:
Dash of salt
1 tablespoon of butter
Spices, such as pepper, to taste
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Preparation:
1. Add enough oil to cover the bottom of an 8 inch frying pan.
2. Add:
15 ounces of pinto beans
Dash of salt
1 tablespoon of butter
Spices, such as pepper, to taste
Optional:
1/4 cup chopped ham
1/4 cup chopped onions
3. Bring to a boil on medium heat.
4. Stir. Lower heat to a simmer, and cover with a lid.
5. Stir every 5 minutes until beans break apart easily.
Cook Temperature: Medium to low
Cook Time: 30 to 45 minutes
Servings: 4 to 5
Storage Solutions: Square containers in individual servings
Counter safe: 30 minutes to an hour to cool enough to place in the fridge or freezer
Fridge safe: 3 to 4 days * Per FDA Storage Chart link in Resources
Freezer safe: 2 to 3 months * Per FDA Storage Chart link in Resources
Reheat Instructions:
Microwave: Time and temp may vary.
1. Place in a microwave safe dish (not plastic).
2. Heat until food is fully hot and reaches a safe temperature.
3. Minimum 2 minutes.
Add your microwave time here: _____________.
Stove Top: Time and Temp may vary.
1. Place food in frying pan.
2. Add enough water to almost cover food.
3. Stir frequently while food heats, until thoroughly warm, about 10 minutes.
Add your stove time here: _____________.
Oven Directions: Time and Temp may vary.
1. Place in oven safe pan.
2. Add a little water.
3. Heat until thoroughly warm, about 20 minutes.
Add your oven time here: _____________.
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