Cowboy Beans

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Ingredients:

• 2 (15.5 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, drained
• 1 cup cubed cooked ham
• ¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
• ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ground black pepper to taste
• 1 dash hot sauce, or to taste

Directions:

Combine pinto beans, tomatoes with green chile peppers, ham, cilantro, red onion, garlic, black pepper, and hot sauce in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour.

Tips:

• Bacon and/or sausage can be added to make a heartier version.
• Substitute 1 teaspoon minced garlic from the jar for fresh garlic cloves if desired.

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