The Best Mexican BEEF & BEANS Soup Dinner Recipe

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive and still provide protein.

beef chuck

🥗Healthier: lean ground beef

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are generally cheaper and provide a different flavor.

zucchini

🥗Healthier: yellow squash

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cabbage is often more affordable and adds bulk.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions can add a fresh flavor at a lower cost.

Soak 3 cups of pinto beans in warm water for 30 minutes.

In a slow cooker, add 11 cups of hot water.

Add 6 pounds of beef shank and 2 pounds of beef bone with marrow to the slow cooker.

Remove the stems and seeds from the anaheim peppers, slice them into longer thin pieces, and add to the slow cooker.

Slice the jalapeno and add it to the slow cooker.

Add 1 large onion, sliced into smaller long pieces, to the slow cooker.

Add 2 whole garlics and 3 large green onions to the slow cooker.

Add a small bunch of cilantro to the slow cooker.

Add salt to taste, adjusting as needed.

If necessary, add more water to ensure the beans have enough to absorb and the soup remains brothy.

Slow cook on low for 8 hours.

Skim the fat from the top of the soup before serving.

Serve the soup hot, optionally with lime and tortilla tacos.

Cooking Techniques

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