I add a Tex-Mex twist to my red beans.....cook pinto beans as usual (if you don't know how, just ask). I'm just assuming all of you southern cooks know how to cook a mean batch of red beans.
Anyway, when beans are about halfway cooked, stir in a small can of stewed tomatoes, a small jar of salsa and dark brown sugar to taste. Add some chopped onion if you wish and a clove of minced garlic.
If you want them hot, add some hot sauce or jalepeno peppers.
Sharon
