What is Pinto Bean?
Pinto beans are a type of legume used in many cuisines around the world, but are most popular in Latin cooking. The pinto bean has a light brown speckled skin and cream colored interior. Its body is hard, oblong, round and less than a quarter of an inch in length. When cooked, pinto beans expand and become soft and starchy. It has a mild and savory nut flavor similar to a kidney bean. These flavors are enhanced with seasonings, such as salt and spices.