New Mexico Pinto Beans

Ingredients: 3 cups Dry pinto beans (1-1/2 lb) 2 1/2 quarts Water 1 each Meaty hambone or 1/4 pound Salt pork or cubed bacon 1 teaspoon Salt — or more to taste Directions: Wash and pick over the beans, removing loose skins or shriveled beans. Put in a large covered pot and cover with hot water. Soak over night if you want to cut down on cooking... ...read the full story