Add pinto beans, ham hock, and kosher salt to the pot. Pour in more water if needed to cover ingredients by at least 1 inch. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans are just tender, 2 to 3 hours. Remove ham hock from beans; cut meat from the bone, chop the ham, and return to pot. Stir tomato sauce and brown sugar into the beans. read more
How to Make Pinto Beans. Three Methods: Soaking the Beans Stovetop Method Slow-Cooker Method Community Q&A. When made correctly, pinto beans become tender and creamy after being cooked. Most people cook the beans on the stovetop, but pinto beans can also be prepared in a slow cooker. Pre-soaking the beans is advisable either way. read more