Smokey Ham Hock Pinto Beans

ham hock

🥗Healthier: turkey leg

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey leg is lower in fat, while smoked sausage provides a similar flavor profile.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is more budget-friendly.

Soak pinto beans in water for about 3 hours to soften.

Put the soaked beans in a pot with the ham hock, onion, spices, and water.

Cover the pot with a lid and place it on the stovetop.

After cooking, remove the ham hock and shred the meat, returning about 1/4 cup of the meat back into the beans.

Serve the beans in bowls, optionally garnished with green onions and red chili flakes for a kick.

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