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Cowboy Barbecue Beans Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound dried pinto beans
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups water

Special equipment needed:
- Dutch oven or large pot with lid
- Wooden spoon

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the pinto beans and soak them in water overnight.
2. Drain the soaked beans and add them to the Dutch oven or large pot.
3. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced green and red bell peppers, diced tomatoes, ketchup, molasses, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and water to the pot.
4. Stir everything together with a wooden spoon.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 2-3 hours or until the beans are tender and the sauce has thickened.
7. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 2-3 hours
Temperature:
- Simmer on low heat
Serving size:
- 8-10 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 276
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Protein: 12g
- Fiber: 12g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use canned pinto beans instead of dried beans, but reduce the cooking time to 30-45 minutes.
- You can use any color bell pepper you have on hand.
- You can use tomato sauce instead of diced tomatoes.

Variations:
- Add cooked ground beef or sausage for a meatier version.
- Add chopped jalapenos or hot sauce for a spicier version.
- Add corn or diced sweet potatoes for a sweeter version.

Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the beans overnight will help them cook faster and more evenly.
- Stir the beans occasionally while they simmer to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- If the sauce is too thin, remove the lid and simmer for an additional 30 minutes to thicken it up.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the beans in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the beans in a rustic bowl or on a platter with a ladle.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro.

Pairings:
- Serve the beans with cornbread, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Suggested side dishes:
- Coleslaw, roasted vegetables, or a green salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the beans are still hard after 2-3 hours of simmering, add more water and continue to simmer until they are tender.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to soak the beans overnight and discard the soaking water to reduce the risk of foodborne illness.
- Store leftover beans in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.

Food history:
- Cowboy barbecue beans are a classic dish in Western cuisine, often served as a side dish to grilled or smoked meats.

Flavor profiles:
- Smoky, sweet, tangy, and savory.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the beans as a side dish to grilled or smoked meats, or as a main dish with rice or cornbread.

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Taste: Smoky, Tangy, Sweet, Spicy, Savory