Ingredients for - Down South Pinto Beans

1. Dried pinto beans 2 cups
2. Water, or more as needed 4 quarts
3. Pork jowl, or more to taste 4 (1 ounce) slices
4. White sugar 2 tablespoons
5. Salt and ground black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons

How to cook deliciously - Down South Pinto Beans

1 . Stage

Wash pinto beans thoroughly and place in a large stockpot. Add 4 quarts water, pork jowl, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Reduce heat to a simmer; cook until beans are tender and tasty, 3 to 4 hours. Add water throughout cooking as needed; do not let the beans cook dry.