Ranch Style Beans

0 Soak and cook the pinto beans according to instructions on package if using dried beans.
1 Drain and rinse canned pinto beans.
2 Add the drained pinto beans and the onion to a saucepan.
3 Stir in the remaining ingredients, bring to a boil, turn heat to low, and cover.
6 Simmer, stirring occasionally and adding chicken stock or water to keep from sticking as needed. Chicken stock will give more flavor than water.
7 Simmer for 30 minutes, or until the onion is cooked and soft.
8 Taste and adjust seasoning.
9 Serve hot or use in any recipe calling for Ranch style beans.