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The fast method is to put the pinto beans in a pan. Cover with water at least three inches above the beans. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover with lid, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the beans sit for one hour with the lid on. The beans will then be plump and ready to cook. Remove the lid after the hour and pour out water. Refill beans in pan with clean water, covering beans at least one inch above the beans.
4. Bake the Beans. 1  Cover the casserole and bake for 2-1/2 hours or to desired consistency. 2  Baked Beans Tip: Some cooks like their beans saucy, while some prefer them more dry. 3  If you like them saucy, add additional reserved bean liquid during cooking. Let the salty liquid drain from the beans, then rinse the beans under cool running water and allow the water to drain. 2  Repeat with each can. 3  Baked Beans Tip: Draining and rinsing helps reduce the sodium in the bean recipe.