Frijoles De Olla - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. dried pinto beans
1/2 onion, coarsely chopped
2 Tbsp. minced garlic
1/4 c. finely chopped cilantro
1/4 c. chopped fresh tomatoes
2 to 4 fresh chopped Serrano peppers
1 c. chopped cooked ham or bacon
salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation

Clean and soak beans.
Drain, rinse and place in large saucepan; cover with hot water.
Bring to a boil.
Add all other ingredients.
Simmer, covered, for 4 to 6 hours or until beans are tender, adding water as needed to cover beans.
Yields 6 to 8 servings.