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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes

    Ranch Style Beans

    Published on February 26, 2018 - Updated on January 13, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 1 Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These Ranch Style Beans go great with beef or chicken cooked on the BBQ. Great for Camping or at your next BBQ. You won't be disappointed
     
    ranch style beans

    On a recent trip to the Grand Canyon, I came across this wonderful old recipe created by Frank Russell for Ranch Style Beans. Easy to make with just a handful of simple ingredients.

    bowl of ranch style beans

    Frank Russell was a cowboy who spent his time traveling around Arizona. Frank said that this recipe was one of his favorite meals when he was out on the road. Now you can enjoy it too with a few tweaks from yours truly.

    pinto beans soaking in warm water
    Pinto Beans Soaking in Warm Water

    I tried to find the history of Frank but so far I have been unsuccessful. If you happen to know about his background, please post in the comment section below. I would love to know more about him.

    beans simmering in a pot
    Beans Simmering

    Baked beans are the perfect companion to many dishes like BBQ's, Mexican Food or even breakfast. Just remember that this recipe makes a lot of beans so you better be hungry or serving a small army!

    For more of my side dish recipes, make sure you check out my delicious collection of Side Dish Recipes. If you are looking for another delicious baked bean recipe, you just have to try my Slow Cooked Baked Beans recipe.

    bowl of ranch style beans

    For more great recipes with Pinto Beans, I suggest you check these recipes out:

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    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Ranch Style Beans recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Pinto Beans, Tomato Sauce, Yellow Onion, Green Bell Pepper, Honey, Salt, Dried Oregano, Basil, Bay Leaf, Garlic Cloves, Ground Cumin, Light Brown Sugar and Cornstarch.

    🥣 How to Make these Ranch Style Beans

    Rinse the pinto beans in warm water. Put the beans in a large pot and add hot water to cover beans and let them soak for 2 hours.
    Drain water then re-add hot water to cover beans.
    Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil then let simmer covered for 2 hours stirring occasionally.
    Remove bay leaf and serve.

    Ranch Style Beans

    These Ranch Style Beans go great with beef or chicken cooked on the BBQ. Great for Camping or at your next BBQ. You won't be disappointed
    4.41 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 2 hrs
    Cook Time 2 hrs
    Total Time 4 hrs
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 109 kcal

    Equipment

    • Large Pot

    Ingredients
     

    • 3 Cups Pinto Beans
    • 2 Cups Tomato Sauce
    • 1 Yellow Onion, Chopped
    • ½ Cup Green Bell Pepper, Chopped
    • 1 tablespoon Honey
    • 1 tablespoon Salt
    • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
    • 1 teaspoon Basil
    • 1 Bay Leaf
    • 2 Garlic Cloves
    • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
    • ¼ Cup Light Brown Sugar
    • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch

    Instructions
     

    • Rinse Beans in warm water. Put beans in a large pot and add hot water to cover beans and let them soak for 2 hours.
    • Drain water then re-add hot water to cover beans.
    • Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil then let simmer covered for 2 hours stirring occasionally
    • Remove bay leaf and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 109kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 4gSodium: 596mgPotassium: 411mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 245IUVitamin C: 10.8mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1.9mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1 Comment

    1. Marsha

      November 06, 2022 at 12:44 pm

      I love baked beans and this recipe is number 1 in my book. Very tasty and not at all hard to make. Once in the pot, you just leave them until cooked.

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