Perfect Pinto Beans

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1 1/2 pounds pinto beans

2 teaspoons chili powder 

1 teaspoon ground cumin 

1/2 teaspoon paprika 

1/4 teaspoon cayenne 

3 thick-cut slices of bacon, cut into thirds 

3 cloves garlic 

2 bay leaves 

1 medium onion, diced 

1 red bell pepper, diced 

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper