NEW MEXICO PINTO BEANS

Steps:

• Wash and pick over the beans, removing loose skins or shriveled beans.
• Put in a large covered pot and cover with hot water.
• Soak over night if you want to cut down on cooking time.
• When beans start to simmer add ham bone, salt pork or bacon.
• Add more water as needed but only hot or boiling water.
• Never add cold water the beans will turn dark.
• If you cook without a lid the beans will also turn a dark color.
• When the skins are almost as tender as the inside of the beans, they are done.
• They should not be broken.
• Add salt and allow to stand before serving.