Pinto Beans And Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. pinto beans, soaked overnight, drained and put in large kettle
1/2 lb. ham hock or smoked ham
1 large onion, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 Tbsp. parsley, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
2 bay leaves
2 large cloves garlic, crushed

Preparation

Add water to cover.
Bring to a boil.
Simmer, uncovered, 2 hours; add more water if necessary.
After 2 hours, add 1/2 stick margarine and pepper to taste.
Cover; cook another hour on low heat.
Serve over white rice.