Pinto Beans

By Becky Jo

Cheap and easy! Serve with Souther Corn Bread!

Ingredients

• Dried Pinto Beans
• Ham Hock
• Salt
• Pepper
• Onions

Details

Adapted from southernplate.com

Preparation

Step 1

Sort your beans and place in a pot, covering with water.

Let soak overnight. Drain soak water. Cover with new water.

Add the following according to taste: Salt, pepper, sugar, and oil. A good rule of thumb is to start with a tablespoon of each and then taste it several hours later and add more if you think it needs it. Add one of the following for additional seasoning : Ham hock, ham bone, or slice of country ham. In a pinch, I have actually seasoned my beans with bacon before. Bring to a boil and then lower heat to simmer for several hours. Don’t let the water get too low, just add more every few hours as it boils down.