{"id":136435,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-15T01:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/"},"modified":"2024-10-21T14:21:33","modified_gmt":"2024-10-21T19:21:33","slug":"ranch-beans","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/","title":{"rendered":"Ranch-Style Beans"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This recipe for ranch-style beans makes a stellar summer side dish for all your picnicking needs. Made with pinto beans simmered in an aromatic spicy sauce, it&#8217;s an easy southwestern side dish that calls for only a handful of ingredients.<\/p>\n<p>While the method for making a ranch-style beans recipe is straightforward, a bit of planning goes a long way. You&#8217;ll need to boil and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-quick-soak-dried-beans\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-quick-soak-dried-beans\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">soak the beans<\/a> before moving on to the fun part. This recipe is worth the effort though, especially when you&#8217;re hankering for a bold side to enjoy with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/fun-hot-dog-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/fun-hot-dog-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">hot dogs<\/a> or smoked brisket.<\/p>\n<h2>What are ranch-style beans?<\/h2>\n<p>Ranch-style beans are a staple Tex-Mex recipe featuring pinto beans, onions and garlic cooked in a spicy tomato sauce. This dish isn&#8217;t quite as hot as chili (although it certainly <em>can<\/em> be, depending on how much spice you like) and calls for fewer ingredients. Unlike many chili recipes, ranch-style beans are usually prepared without meat.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Ranch-Style Beans<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pinto beans:<\/strong> Dried pinto beans are the legume of choice when cooking ranch-style beans.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tomato paste:<\/strong> This ingredient is a double threat: It thickens the sauce and adds a tangy tomato flavor to the beans.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion:<\/strong> I prefer the subtle sweetness of yellow onions when making ranch-style beans, but red onions or shallots are fantastic too.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garlic: <\/strong>This ranch-style beans recipe calls for a single clove, but I&#8217;ve been known to toss in three or even four.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chili powder: <\/strong>Use as much or as little chili powder as you like.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Red pepper flakes:<\/strong> Doubling up on the spice makes ranch-style beans twice as nice. Tinker with the amount based on your preferences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt:<\/strong> A generous pinch of salt brings out the other flavors in the dish.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cumin:<\/strong> This fragrant spice is common in Mexican and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/top-rated-tex-mex-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/top-rated-tex-mex-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Tex-Mex<\/a> recipes (and features regularly in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/indian-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/indian-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Indian<\/a>, North African and Middle Eastern dishes). It boasts a wonderful earthy flavor that brings warmth and depth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Marjoram:<\/strong> Similar to oregano, marjoram has a milder, sweeter, slightly citrusy flavor. If you don&#8217;t have marjoram, substitute regular oregano or Mexican oregano. The latter has a citrusy flavor that&#8217;s similar to marjoram and, as you might expect, is stunning with all sorts of southwestern flavors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Soak the beans<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2066747\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_TOHVS24_8768_MF_10_03_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Beans soaked in a dutch oven \" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Put the beans in a Dutch oven. Add water so the beans are covered by 2 inches of liquid.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2066748\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_TOHVS24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Boiling beans dipped in water in a dutch oven \" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bring to a boil and cook for two minutes. Remove the Dutch oven from the heat and cover with a lid. Let stand for one hour.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Cook the beans<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2066746\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_TOHVS24_8768_MF_10_03_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Bringing beans to boil and simmer in a dutch oven\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Drain the beans. (You can discard the liquid.) Place the beans back in the Dutch oven and cover with 1 quart water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1-1\/2 hours or until the beans are tender.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Stir in the other ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2066745\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_TOHVS24_8768_MF_10_03_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Adding other ingredients to boiled beans in a dutch oven\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Stir the remaining ingredients into the Dutch oven with the beans. Bring to a boil, lower the heat and cover with a lid. Simmer for 1-1\/2 hours to allow the flavors to blend.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2066743\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Ranch Style Beans \" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Ranch-Style Bean Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use different types of beans:<\/strong> While pinto beans are the classic choice, black beans, kidney beans and navy beans can be used in this recipe. A mix of different types of beans, like pinto, kidney and black beans, is phenomenal.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add pork:<\/strong> Though ranch-style beans are usually a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/vegetarian-side-dishes-potluck\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/vegetarian-side-dishes-potluck\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">vegetarian side dish<\/a>, we love adding pork to this recipe. Toss diced bacon, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-ham-hock\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/what-is-ham-hock\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">ham hock<\/a> or sausage into your beans for a rich, smoky flavor that&#8217;s hard to pass up.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mix in peppers: <\/strong>Whether pickled or fresh, chopped jalapenos will turn up the heat in this simple side dish. Chiles in adobo sauce are unbelievably delicious in ranch-style beans, especially if you enjoy a smokier flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garnish with chili toppings: <\/strong>A handful of chopped green onions, a sprinkling of cheese or a dollop of sour cream are all delicious with ranch-style beans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Ranch-Style Beans<\/h2>\n<p>Let the beans cool slightly, then transfer them to an airtight container. Store ranch-style beans in the fridge and enjoy them within three to five days. You have a few options for reheating ranch-style beans. Microwaving the beans for one to two minutes is easiest, but you can also simmer them on the stovetop until they&#8217;re hot.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze ranch-style beans?<\/h3>\n<p>You can freeze the beans for up to six months. When freezing, remember to leave room at the top of the container so the liquid can expand. Thaw the beans in the fridge overnight before reheating.<\/p>\n<h2>Ranch-Style Bean Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2066744\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Ranch Style Beans served in dutch ovens\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Can you use canned beans for ranch-style beans?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, and canned beans will cut down your cooking time too. Since the beans are already tender, there&#8217;s no need to soak and simmer them. Instead, add all the ingredients to the saucepan at once and cook everything until the flavors merge.<\/p>\n<h3>What can you serve with ranch-style beans?<\/h3>\n<p>Naturally, this ranch-style beans recipe pairs well with all things Tex-Mex. Put these beans on the table with enchiladas, fajitas or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/southwest-frito-pie\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/southwest-frito-pie\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Frito pie<\/a>. Mix them with rice for a hearty stick-to-your-ribs kind of side. I like ranch-style beans with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/smoked-whole-brisket\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/smoked-whole-brisket\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">smoked brisket<\/a> and burgers, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/grilled-cherry-glazed-chicken-wings\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/grilled-cherry-glazed-chicken-wings\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cherry-glazed chicken wings<\/a> (the spicy-sweet combo is to die for), and ribs with a side of cornbread.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ranch-style beans, rich and bold with the perfect amount of spice, are the side dish you&#8217;ll want to serve at every barbecue.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2066285,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[306879,305883,340641,304328,304993,305487,304007,304338,304515,304433,303966,305003,304988,305004,340638,304408,304368,303887,306848,304438,304442,305018,305020,304268,304450,304455,306901,304558,324623,304388,304313,304395,304005,304398,303883,305028,305933,305031],"categories-v2":[309854,311532,340807,308988,308984,308481,308940,310796,308554,308992,308880,308833,308495,308949,308935,308951,340804,308813,308745,308478,309603,308844,308845,308959,308960,259483,308857,308860,309882,308910,309177,308752,308313,308782,308549,308797,308476,308974,311631,308975],"coauthors":[39575],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"How to Host a Stress-Free Backyard Barbecue","post_link":"\/article\/how-to-host-backyard-barbecue\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Backyard-Barbecue_GettyImages-2103931463_MLedit.jpg"},{"post_title":"Calico Cowboy Beans","post_link":"\/recipes\/cowboy-calico-beans\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Cowboy-Calico-Beans_EXPS_FT24_49199_EC_020724_2.jpg"},{"post_title":"Bean Burritos","post_link":"\/recipes\/bean-burritos\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Bean-Burritos_EXPS_TOHU5I23_8898_P2_MD_09_21_6b-e1722259852608.jpg"},{"post_title":"Ranch Potato Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/ranch-potato-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Ranch-Potato-Casserole_exps2984_CAS2375015A09_08_2bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Ranch Pasta","post_link":"\/recipes\/ranch-pasta\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Creamy-Ranch-Pasta_EXPS_TOHCA20_184722_B01_14_5b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Ranch Pork Roast","post_link":"\/recipes\/ranch-pork-roast\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Ranch-Pork-Roast_EXPS_HCA21_41326_B01_29_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Ranch Popcorn","post_link":"\/recipes\/ranch-popcorn\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/exps35914_13X9163826B10_16_2b-1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Ranch Burgers","post_link":"\/recipes\/ranch-burgers\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ranch-Burgers_EXPS_FT24_277102_JR_0906_7.jpg"},{"post_title":"Mexican Pork & Pinto Beans","post_link":"\/recipes\/mexican-pork-pinto-beans\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Mexican-Pork-Pinto-Beans_exps3238_FM143298D03_11_1bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Western-Style Beef and Beans","post_link":"\/recipes\/western-style-beef-and-beans\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Western-Style-Beef-and-Beans_exps10249_C2376959C05_18_4bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Southern-Style Green Beans with Ham","post_link":"\/recipes\/country-green-beans\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Southern-Style-Green-Beans-with-Ham_EXPS_TOHD24_1235_OrlyCatz_6.jpg"},{"post_title":"Dijon Green Beans","post_link":"\/recipes\/dijon-green-beans\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps37166_THCA1693311D41B-4.jpg"},{"post_title":"Fiesta Corn and Beans","post_link":"\/recipes\/fiesta-corn-and-beans\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/exps114649_SCMS163827C1_28_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Home-Style Refried Beans","post_link":"\/recipes\/home-style-refried-beans\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps27198_LTA1132860D75B.jpg"},{"post_title":"Southern Green Beans","post_link":"\/recipes\/southern-green-beans\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Southern-Green-Beans_EXPS_TOHD24_164617_JuliaHartbeck_4.jpg"},{"post_title":"Ranch Bean Chili","post_link":"\/recipes\/ranch-bean-chili\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps36853_SD1440073D65B.jpg"},{"post_title":"Southwestern Baked Beans","post_link":"\/recipes\/southwestern-baked-beans\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps31580_HC1442840D17.jpg"},{"post_title":"Texas Ranch-Style Stew","post_link":"\/recipes\/texas-ranch-style-stew\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps27352_LT10505D31C.jpg"},{"post_title":"Ranch-Style Baked Lentils","post_link":"\/recipes\/ranch-style-baked-lentils\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps3265_cam91p51atran.jpg"}],"acf":{"long_pin":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","long_pin_file":false,"ncv_override_generic_settings_option":false,"ncv_autoplay_option":"","ncv_stickyplay_option":"","ncv_ads_option":"","ncv_mute_option":"","ncv_comscore_option":"","ncv_autoplay_mobile_option":"","ncv_viewable_threshold_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_option":"","ncv_autopause_option":"","ncv_sticky_offset_mobile_option":"","ncv_autopause_mobile_option":"","ncv_sticky_mobile_option":"","ncv_remove_player_option":false,"ncv_moat_option":""},"recipe_schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Recipe","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/","name":"Ranch-Style Beans","datePublished":"2018-01-01","dateModified":"2024-10-21","prepTime":"PT20M","cookTime":"PT03H00M","totalTime":"PT03H20M","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","height":1200,"width":1200},"recipeCategory":["Side Dishes"],"description":"Ranch-style beans, rich and bold with the perfect amount of spice, are the side dish you'll want to serve at every barbecue.","recipeIngredient":["1 package (16 ounces) dried pinto beans","1 quart water","1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste","1\/2 cup chopped onion","1 garlic clove, minced","1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder","2 to 3 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes","1 teaspoon salt","1 teaspoon ground cumin","1\/2 teaspoon dried marjoram"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Soak the beans","text":"Put the beans in a Dutch oven. Add water so the beans are covered by 2 inches of liquid. Bring to a boil and cook for two minutes. Remove the Dutch oven from the heat and cover with a lid. Let stand for one hour.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_TOHVS24_8768_MF_10_03_2.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Cook the beans","text":"Drain the beans. (You can discard the liquid.) Place the beans back in the Dutch oven and cover with 1 quart water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 1-1\/2 hours or until the beans are tender.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_TOHVS24_8768_MF_10_03_3.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Stir in the other ingredients","text":"Stir the remaining ingredients into the Dutch oven with the beans. Bring to a boil, lower the heat and cover with a lid. Simmer for 1-1\/2 hours to allow the flavors to blend.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_TOHVS24_8768_MF_10_03_4.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"8 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Camille Berry"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 226 calories","fatContent":"1g fat (0 saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"0 cholesterol","sodiumContent":"345mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"41g carbohydrate (4g sugars","fiberContent":"10g fiber)","proteinContent":"14g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.5,"reviewCount":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"Ranch-Style Beans","description":"Check out this video for how to make Ranch-Style Beans","thumbnailUrl":["http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/v2\/media\/MWWBbyeG\/poster.jpg?width=720"],"uploadDate":"","duration":"P0DT0H0M1S","contentUrl":"http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/videos\/MWWBbyeG-3rTW9UQq.mp4"},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-11-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tammycookblogsbooks"},"reviewBody":"<p>A good change from our usual baked beans. I used 2 quarts home canned pinto beans in place of the dried beans. Since they were already cooked I adjusted the water to 2 cups & added the remaining ingredients & heated it through<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-11-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SharonMac"},"reviewBody":"<p>I confess, I'm not a fan of beans. This recipe, however, could convert me, probably because I'm from New Mexico and love Mexican food. These beans are very tasty, either in a pot of chile, or on their own. If they aren't spicy enough for you, I suggest you change your spices. Because I made these for a friend who is a chile chicken I used the minimim chile called for, and it was still quite spicy. I did have to cook them longer; the beans were still a bit tough after the 1 1\/2 hour cooking time, but I live in a high altitude. Love this recipe!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tready2"},"reviewBody":"Your cooking times are a little short.  I pre-soak for 24 hours before starting this one.  This makes cooking time a little shorter, but not as short as yours.Legumes are my favorite and the reds are best for me, I do however like them all.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-02-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"justmbeth"},"reviewBody":"While we like spicy food and the spice combination in this recipe really appealed to us, the beans seems to be lacking the flavor we usually like with our beans.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"title":"Ranch-Style Beans","description":"Check out this video for how to make Ranch-Style Beans","url":"http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/videos\/MWWBbyeG-3rTW9UQq.mp4","duration":"1m3s","mime_type":"video\/mp4","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/dam-cdn.tmb.orangelogic.com\/AssetLink\/37j8j6t84f76t17me3657855yhr8x613.jpg","advertising":"","jw_id":"MWWBbyeG","jw_url":"http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/videos\/MWWBbyeG-3rTW9UQq.mp4","jw_thmub_url":"http:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/v2\/media\/MWWBbyeG\/poster.jpg?width=720","jw_publish_date":"2024-11-08T00:00:00"},"rms_legacy_id":"8768","romance_copy_dek":"Ranch-style beans, rich and bold with the perfect amount of spice, are the side dish you'll want to serve at every barbecue.","enhanced_recipe_title":"Ranch-Style Beans","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 package (16 ounces) dried pinto beans","IngredientText":"1 package (16 ounces) dried pinto beans"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 quart water","IngredientText":"1 quart water"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste","IngredientText":"1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup chopped onion","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup chopped onion"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 garlic clove, minced","IngredientText":"1 garlic clove, minced"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder","IngredientText":"1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 to 3 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes","IngredientText":"2 to 3 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 teaspoon salt","IngredientText":"1 teaspoon salt"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 teaspoon ground cumin","IngredientText":"1 teaspoon ground cumin"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 teaspoon dried marjoram","IngredientText":"1\/2 teaspoon dried marjoram"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","RecipeId":8768,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Ranch-Style Beans Recipe photo by Taste Recipes","VideoCode":"[dam-video dam-id=\"56879\" ol-id=\"T0736P3\"]","RecipeAttachmentFileName":"Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Wilma Ruth","Lastname":"James","City":"Ranger","StateDescription":"Texas","IsCommunityCook":false,"TimeCallout":"Prep: 20 min. + standing Cook: 3 hours","MinimumServingQuantity":8,"MaximumServingQuantity":8,"Yield":"8 servings.","DigitalTitle":"Ranch-Style Beans","SubmittedTitle":"Ranch Beans","RecipeTypeId":1,"AverageRating":4.5,"WebPublishedDate":"1\/1\/2018 12:00:00 AM","ContestPlacementId":null,"FbImage":"FB_FT21_8768_F_0930_1.jpg","PreparationTimeInMinutes":20,"CookTimeInMinutes":180,"TotalTimeInMinutes":200,"ServingDescription":null,"IsTestKitchenCertified":true,"IsContestWinner":false,"IsCommunityRecipe":false,"PublishedProjectTitle":"Ranch Beans","OriginalSourceProject":"Ranch Beans","ContestPlacement":"","Trailer":"<h2>Ranch-Style Beans Tips <\/h2><h3>How can you serve ranch-style beans? <\/h3>These beans are the perfect side for a summer barbecue. Try them with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/honey-chipotle-ribs\/\">honey chipotle ribs<\/a>, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/favorite-barbecued-chicken\/\">favorite barbecued chicken<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/all-american-hamburgers\/\">classic American burgers<\/a>. \r\n<h3>Can you use regular pinto beans instead of dried? <\/h3>Using canned beans instead of dried will drastically change the cook time, but you can try it if you\u2019re in a hurry. Skip the first step of boiling the beans and keep an eye on the beans during the next step. Since the beans are already tender, you only need to cook them until the flavors have melded together and the liquid is thick and rich. <h3>How should you store ranch-style beans? <\/h3>These ranch-style beans should last between 3-5 days in the refrigerator. If you'd like to enjoy your homemade beans for longer, you can also freeze cooked beans for up to 6 months in an airtight container. Here's <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/how-to-store-leftover-food\/\">how to store all kinds of leftovers<\/a> for ultimate freshness.<br><br> <i>\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/author\/maggie-knoebel\/\">Maggie Knoebel<\/a>, Taste Recipes Associate Recipe Editor\/Tester<\/i>","Metadescription":"Serve these spicy, well-seasoned ranch-style beans to add a bit of southwestern flair and flavor to your next summer barbecue.","DigitalHeadnotes":"This ranch-style beans recipe is served at all of our barbecues. It seems most people who live here like spicy, flavorful food, and this fits the bill just right. \u2014Wilma Ruth James, Ranger, Texas","FreezerDirections":"","FreezerDirectionsTitle":"","HTMLTitle":"Ranch-Style Beans","RecipeVersionNumber":null,"WorkflowStatusId":9,"Directions":[{"Direction":"Place beans in a Dutch oven; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour.","SequenceNo":1},{"Direction":"   Drain beans, discarding liquid. Return beans to pan; add 1 qt. water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beans are tender, about 1-1\/2 hours. Stir in remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer to allow flavors to blend, about 1-1\/2 hours longer.","SequenceNo":2}],"RecipeTaxonomies":{"Budget":[],"CookingStyle":[],"Course":[{"Name":"Course","ID":0},{"Name":"Bean Recipes","ID":95014},{"Name":"Side Dish Recipes","ID":94294},{"Name":"Vegetarian Recipes","ID":94306},{"Name":"Vegetarian Side Dishes","ID":95198}],"Cuisine":[],"HealthyEating":[],"HolidaysAndCelebrations":[],"Ingredients":[{"Name":"Ingredients","ID":0},{"Name":"Beans & Legumes","ID":101985},{"Name":"Onions","ID":102029}],"Kids":[],"PartnerRecipes":[],"Publications":[],"WinningRecipes":[],"Tags":[{"Name":"Cooking Style","ID":304328},{"Name":"Easy","ID":304338},{"Name":"Dishes & Beverages","ID":305487},{"Name":"Casseroles","ID":305883},{"Name":"Vegetable Casseroles","ID":305933},{"Name":"Gear","ID":303966},{"Name":"Dutch Oven","ID":304007},{"Name":"Stovetop Cookware","ID":304005},{"Name":"Health & Wellness","ID":304988},{"Name":"Dairy-Free","ID":304993},{"Name":"Gluten-Free","ID":305003},{"Name":"Healthy Eating","ID":305004},{"Name":"Low-Carb","ID":305018},{"Name":"Low-Fat","ID":305020},{"Name":"Vegan","ID":305028},{"Name":"Vegetarian","ID":305031},{"Name":"Holidays & Events","ID":304368},{"Name":"Events & Gatherings","ID":304515},{"Name":"Father's Day","ID":304433},{"Name":"Holidays","ID":304408},{"Name":"July 4th","ID":304438},{"Name":"Labor Day","ID":304442},{"Name":"Memorial Day","ID":304450},{"Name":"Mother's Day","ID":304455},{"Name":"Potluck","ID":304558},{"Name":"Seasons","ID":304388},{"Name":"Spring","ID":304395},{"Name":"Summer","ID":304398},{"Name":"Ingredients","ID":306848},{"Name":"Beans & Legumes","ID":306879},{"Name":"Chili Powder","ID":340641},{"Name":"Herbs & Spices","ID":340638},{"Name":"Pinto Beans","ID":306901},{"Name":"Meal Types","ID":304268},{"Name":"Side Dishes","ID":304313},{"Name":"Recipes","ID":324623}]},"ContributorTypeId":1,"NutritionalAnalyisParagraph":"3\/4 cup: 226 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 345mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 10g fiber), 14g protein.","NoOfRatings":4,"GoogleImage16x9":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImages\/Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","GoogleImage4x3":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImagesPostCard\/Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","DefaultImageYn":false,"NativeRecipeTemplate":false,"IsMsn":true,"PinterestImage":"","CarouselImages":[],"SponsorLogoImage":"","SponsorID":"","GlobalCookingTips":[],"RecipeSpecificCookingTips":[{"TipType":"Test Kitchen Tips (Q&A)","TipTitle":"","TipText":"<h2>Ranch-Style Beans Tips <\/h2><h3>How can you serve ranch-style beans? <\/h3>These beans are the perfect side for a summer barbecue. Try them with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/honey-chipotle-ribs\/\">honey chipotle ribs<\/a>, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/favorite-barbecued-chicken\/\">favorite barbecued chicken<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/all-american-hamburgers\/\">classic American burgers<\/a>.   <h3>Can you use regular pinto beans instead of dried? <\/h3>Using canned beans instead of dried will drastically change the cook time, but you can try it if you\u2019re in a hurry. Skip the first step of boiling the beans and keep an eye on the beans during the next step. Since the beans are already tender, you only need to cook them until the flavors have melded together and the liquid is thick and rich. <h3>How should you store ranch-style beans? <\/h3>These ranch-style beans should last between 3-5 days in the refrigerator. If you'd like to enjoy your homemade beans for longer, you can also freeze cooked beans for up to 6 months in an airtight container. Here's <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/how-to-store-leftover-food\/\">how to store all kinds of leftovers<\/a> for ultimate freshness.<br><br> <i>\u2014<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/author\/maggie-knoebel\/\">Maggie Knoebel<\/a>, Taste Recipes Associate Recipe Editor\/Tester<\/i>"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes &amp; Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44027,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":311532,"name":"Casseroles","slug":"casseroles","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311467,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"These family-pleasing casserole recipes are sure to be a hit. From apps and green bean casseroles to dessert and main dish casseroles, you'll want to try them all!","parent":310796,"count":3405,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/casseroles\/"},{"term_id":311631,"name":"Vegetable Casseroles","slug":"vegetable-casseroles","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311566,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Vegetable casserole recipes are anything but boring. Try these recipes and see for yourself.","parent":311532,"count":699,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/casseroles\/vegetable-casseroles\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Ranch-Style Beans"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v23.3 (Yoast SEO v23.3) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Ranch-Style Beans Recipe: How to Make it<\/title>\n\n\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/\" \/>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Ranch-Style Beans Recipe: How to Make it","description":"No barbecue spread is complete without ranch-style beans! In this recipe, pinto beans simmer with tomato paste, cumin and chili powder for bold flavor.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Ranch-Style Beans","og_description":"No barbecue spread is complete without ranch-style beans! In this recipe, pinto beans simmer with tomato paste, cumin and chili powder for bold flavor.","og_url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/","og_site_name":"Taste Recipes","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tasteofhome","article_modified_time":"2024-10-21T19:21:33+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1200,"height":1200,"url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","twitter_site":"@tasteofhome","twitter_misc":{"Est. reading time":"6 minutes","Written by":"Camille Berry"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/","name":"Ranch-Style Beans Recipe: How to Make it","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","datePublished":"2017-09-15T01:13:00+00:00","dateModified":"2024-10-21T19:21:33+00:00","description":"No barbecue spread is complete without ranch-style beans! In this recipe, pinto beans simmer with tomato paste, cumin and chili powder for bold flavor.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Ranch-Style-Beans_EXPS_TOHVP24_8768_MF_10_03_1.jpg","width":1200,"height":1200,"caption":"Ranch Style Beans Exps Tohvp24 8768 Mf 10 03 1"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ranch-beans\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Recipes","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Recipes","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":4,"name":"Ingredients","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ingredients\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":5,"name":"Herbs &amp; Spices","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ingredients\/herbs-spices\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":6,"name":"Chili Powder","item":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/ingredients\/herbs-spices\/chili-powder\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":7,"name":"Ranch-Style Beans"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/","name":"Taste Recipes","description":"Find Recipes, Appetizers, Desserts, Holiday Recipes &amp; Healthy Cooking Tips","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#organization"},"potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#organization","name":"Taste Recipes","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/toh-logo-red.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/toh-logo-red.png","width":166,"height":125,"caption":"Taste Recipes"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tasteofhome","https:\/\/x.com\/tasteofhome","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tasteofhome\/","https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/taste_of_home\/","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/tasteofhome"]}]}},"publishpress_future_action":{"enabled":false,"date":"2025-06-28 18:43:46","action":"draft","terms":[],"taxonomy":"category"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/recipe\/136435"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/recipe"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/recipe"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7061"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=136435"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/recipe\/136435\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2006923,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/recipe\/136435\/revisions\/2006923"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2066285"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=136435"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=136435"},{"taxonomy":"categories-v2","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories-v2?post=136435"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=136435"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}