Basic Mexican Bean RecipeMakes 6 To 8 Servings

Ingredients

• 1 lb dried pink or red beans
• 1 12 qt water
• salt to taste
• 12 c very hot lard or bacon drippings about

Directions

1. Wash beans and soak overnight in water to cover
2. The next morning if necessary add more water to cover
3. Add salt and simmer for 1 12 to 2 hours or until the beans are very tender