Smoky Ranchero Beans

This dish is a nice change from refried beans.

Serves 6

3 pieces of bacon diced
1 clove garlic
1/2 an onion diced
1 jalapeno seeded and diced
2 15 oz cans of pinto beans drained and rinsed
1 cup chicken stock
salt and pepper to taste

In a medium sauce pot. Cook the bacon over medium high heat. When the bacon has begun to release some of its fat, add the onion,garlic and jalapeno. Continue to cook until onion is translucent. Add the beans, stock, salt and pepper. Heat until mixture comes to a boil and serve.