An easy crock pot pinto bean recipe you NEED in your life! This is a healthy pinto bean recipe without any lard. Make these vegan pinto beans and serve them over rice, or turn them into refried beans or a delicious refried bean dip (recipes included!). This healthy pinto bean recipe is a family favorite and we always make pinto beans from scratch for an easy budget friendly recipe. Kid friendly and toddler friendly recipe - our 3 year old loves these pinto beans!