Pinto Beans & Ham

• dried pinto bean↗1 lb
• water↗5 cups
• large onion↗1

  chopped

• cooked ham↗4 -8 ounces

  chopped

• garlic cloves↗3 cloves

  minced

• chopped green pepper1⁄2 cup
• chili powder↗1 tablespoon
• salt↗1 teaspoon
• pepper↗1 teaspoon
• ground cumin↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• dried oregano↗1⁄4 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cover beans with water and soak overnight; drain.

2. 2

   Place beans in a 5- or 6-quart slow cooker/Crock Pot with water and remaining ingredients.

3. 3

   Cover cooker and cook on low setting for 9-10 hours, or until beans are soft and done. Stir a couple of times during cooking, if possible. Serve with cornbread, rice, a green salad or slaw.