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Lightened-Up Charro Beans

These easy lightened-up charro beans use canned pinto beans and turkey bacon for a rich, smoky, flavor-packed side dish that comes together in about 30 minutes. One pot, simple ingredients, and big authentic Mexican flavor — naturally gluten-free and THM-friendly.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Author Jennifer Overstreet

Ingredients

  • 2 Cans Pinto Beans
  • 3 Roma Tomatoes, diced
  • 1 M Onion, diced
  • 1 Serrano Pepper, seeds removed and diced small
  • 4 Slices Turkey Bacon, chopped
  • 1 T Chicken Boullion
  • 1/2 Bunch Cilantro, I removed the stems
  • 1 t Smoked Paprika
  • 3 C Water

Instructions

  • Place all of the ingredients in a large pot or skillet. Turn up to medium and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • When finished, taste and add any extra seasonings you think it needs.
  • Serve as desired