Gather your ingredients so that you have everything close at hand on the counter or table.
Using a sharp knife and cutting board, thinly slice 2 pounds round steakacross the grain to make bite-size pieces.
Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large cast iron skillet. Sear prepared pieces of steak and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper until pieces are lightly browned.
Add 27 oz pinto beans (with juice) and bring beans to a boil.
Stir in 2 teaspoons dried minced onion and 1 tablespoon dried parsley. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until juice thickens. Serves 4
Notes
*Unless otherwise indicated, all butter on this recipe site is salted.