Ranch Style Beans

You'll Need:

• 8 strips thick cut bacon

• 1 sweet onion, diced

• 1 bell pepper, diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 serrano, finely diced

• Handful of cilantro, rough chopped

• 2 cans beans, drained (I use pinto and northern white beans)

• 3 1/2 cups chicken stock

• 1 tablespoon chili powder

• 1 teaspoon cumin

• 2 teaspoons dried oregano

• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

To get started:

• Dice bacon, then fry in a deep, heavy skillet.

• When crisp, remove bacon from pan, and set aside.

• Saute onion, bell pepper, garlic, and Serrano in bacon fat.

• Add in the beans and cilantro and mix well.

• Slowly pour in the chicken stock, stirring well.

• Add in seasonings and stir.

• Bring to boil, then turn heat down to low.

• Let simmer about one hour, until sauce reduces and thickens. Add bacon and stir. Allow to simmer about 5 minutes.

• Top with diced onions, bell pepper, cilantro and enjoy!