1/2 pound sliced bacon, cut crosswise in 1/2-inch pieces
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno chile one seeded, ribbed and chopped
1 (14-ounce) can chopped tomatoes with liquid
1 (12-ounce) can pinto beans, washed and drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
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