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👨‍🍳 Instructions:

Step 1: Cook the Bacon
In a skillet, cook chopped bacon until just crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving a bit of the fat in the pan.

Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics
Add onion and garlic to the bacon fat and cook until softened. Toss in the diced tomato and green chile. Cook for 2–3 minutes.

Step 3: Combine in Crockpot
Add soaked beans, sautéed mixture, cooked bacon, salt, pepper, and water to your crockpot.

Step 4: Slow Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until beans are tender and creamy.

Step 5: Adjust Seasoning & Serve
Taste and add more salt if needed. Serve with warm tortillas, queso fresco, or chopped cilantro.

💡 Pro Tip: Leftovers are perfect for refried beans — just mash and fry in a bit of lard or oil!