Pinto Beans - cooking recipe

Ingredients

8 c. dry pinto beans, washed
1 smoked ham hock
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 c. molasses or honey
2 Tbsp. chile piquin
3 Tbsp. garlic powder or fresh minced
salt to taste
enough water to cover beans, 3 or 4 inches

Preparation

Sort and wash beans and place them in a large pot and cover them with water.
At this point you can let them soak overnight or cook them overnight.
I prefer the latter.
Add all the other ingredients, cover pot and bring to a boil.
Then reduce heat and simmer on low heat all night or day.
Check the water and stir occasionally.