Cheesy Pinto Beans: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon Delight
A delightful and easy recipe for cheesy pinto beans with turkey bacon, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pinto beans, cooked
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add the garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for an additional minute.
- Stir in the cooked pinto beans and turkey bacon, mixing well.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
- Top with cheddar cheese and cover until the cheese is melted.
Notes
- This dish can be topped with fresh cilantro for additional flavor.
- Serve with tortilla chips or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cheesy Pinto Beans, Comfort Food, Turkey Bacon