Step 1

In a saucepan, heat 1 tbsp cooking oil over medium heat. When the oil is shimmery on the top add the chopped onion and garlic and saute until soft and nearly see through (about 2 minutes)

Step 2

Add the bacon and cook together until the bacon is soft and nearly done.

Step 3

Drain the liquid from the can of pinto beans

Step 4

Now Add the pinto beans to the sauce pan and continue to heat over medium heat.

Step 5

Add 1/2 cup fresh water to the pinto beans

Step 6

Put the butter, sugar, hot sauce, salt and pepper in and heat till bubbly.

Step 7

Taste before serving and add more salt and pepper if needed.  Garnish with chopped onion and hot sauce