Bonanza Beans

Bonanza Beans

2 slices bacon, cooked until crisp and crumbled
1 lb dry pinto beans, washed
8 cups water
1 tbsp beef base
1 medium sized red onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
15-oz can ranch-style beans
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp pickled diced jalapeno peppers
1 tbsp sugar
1 tsp garlic salt
2 tsp paprika
6 oz can tomato paste
8 oz smoked sausage, sliced into bite-sized rounds

Put everything into the crockpot except the tomato paste and the smoked sausage. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until beans are completely cooked. Stir in the tomato paste and the smoked sausage and cook another 1-2 hours.

This was delicious! Excellent flavor and I'll definitely make this again.