Ingredients

serves 4 to 6. serving size: 1 cup.

　　1 pound dried pinto beans

　　1 large ham hock

　　2 garlic cloves, minced

　　1/2 medium onion, diced

　　2 bay leaves

　　1/2 teaspoon salt

　　1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

　　

Step 1

Examine the beans, removing any debris, then wash thoroughly. Soak overnight in water to cover.

　　

Step 2

Boil the ham hock for 1 1/2 hours or until tender.

　　

Step 3

Drain the beans.

　　

Step 4

Put the beans, ham hock, and the remaining ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil.

　　

Step 5

Reduce the heat and simmer about 1 hour. Remove bay leaves.

　　

Step 6

Remove 1 1/2 cups of cooked beans to a large bowl. Mash them with a potato masher until creamy and return to the saucepan. Simmer for another 5 minutes.

　　

Step 7

Serve alone, or with a cup of rice or a square of corn bread.

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