Horseshoe Mountain Ranch Pinto Beans

Directions

Wash beans and place in a large pot or kettle.

Add water and remaining ingredients (except salt, which should be added 30 minutes before beans are done).

Cover and simmer for 5 to 6 hours.

Check liquid level occasionally and add more water (add boiling water, never cold) as needed to keep beans covered.

Can be spiced up by adding more garlic and/or chili powder.

This recipe works especially well in a crockpot.

If cooked in a crockpot, you will need 1 quart of water and cook them on the low setting.

It also may take a little longer than the 5 to 6 hours.