Traeger Cowboy Beans Recipe | Traeger Grills

Step 1

When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 180°F and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke, if available.Grill: 180 ˚FAdd A Note

Step 2

Generously season the country-style pork ribs on all sides with salt and pepper.Add A NoteIngredients 1 1/2-2 lb bone-in country style pork ribs, or pork steaks As Needed Salt As Needed Pepper

Step 3

Place the ribs directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and smoke for 1 hour.Add A Note

Step 4

Increase the grill temperature to 325°F. Continue to cook the pork. Place the chorizo and bacon directly on the grill grates. Close the lid, and cook for 25-30 minutes.Grill: 325 ˚FAdd A NoteIngredients 3-4 (1/2 lb) Mexican chorizo sausage links6 Pieces sliced bacon

Step 5

Remove the pork, chorizo and bacon from the grill and transfer all the meat to a cutting board. Remove any bones from the pork ribs and chop into bite-size pieces. Slice the chorizo into 1/4-inch slices, and dice the bacon.Add A Note

Step 6

In a large Dutch oven, add the pork, chorizo, and bacon, garlic, onion, jalapeños, pinto beans, tomatoes, beer, cumin and a pinch of oregano. Stir to combine. If the mixture seems a little dry, add chicken broth or water 1 cup at a time. Cover the Dutch oven.Add A NoteIngredients3 cloves garlic, minced1 Large yellow onion, diced2 jalapeños or serrano chiles, seeded, and minced5 Can (15.5 oz) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with chiles1 (12 oz) bottle Mexican beer2 Teaspoon ground cumin1 Pinch dry oregano, preferably Mexican As Needed chicken broth

Step 7

Place the Dutch oven directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and cook the beans for 1 1/2-2 hours, stirring occasionally. If the beans seem too soupy remove the lid. If they seem dry, stir in a little chicken broth or water.Add A Note

Step 8

During the last 15 minutes of cooking, stir in the cilantro. Taste for seasoning, adding salt and pepper as needed.Add A NoteIngredients1/2 Cup Fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped As Needed Salt As Needed Pepper

Step 9

Remove the beans from the grill and serve with hot sauce. Enjoy!Add A NoteIngredients hot sauce, for serving