Plus 2 pantry staples I can’t live without!

Oh how delicious and satisfying a humble bowl of beans can be. Especially when you make them from scratch. Cooking dried beans is so simple and the result is soooo much better than canned. All you need is a little extra time.

Borracho beans are usually made with pinto beans and have a beer added for flavor. Some good quality bacon, jalapeño & serrano peppers, and a few spices transform these beans into something special. Read More