Step 1

In a medium sized saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until just soft.

Step 2

Place the small pieces of bacon into the butter and cook until softened. Add the chopped onion and continue cooking until the onion is soft.

Step 3

Add the drained beans all at once followed by the water.

Step 4

Add the garlic powder, taco seasoning and sugar.

Step 5

Heat over medium heat until the beans are bubbly and fragrant.

Step 6

Taste and add salt and pepper to taste

Step 7

Garnish as you please with jalapeno, cilantro or serve beans with rice, chicken, corn or in a burrito, taco, over a salad, etc