Ranchero Beans

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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