Beans Cooked in a Pot

1. 1

   Rinse the beans and run them through your hands to make sure that there are no small stones or bits of earth among them.

2. 2

   Put the beans into the pot and cover them with the hot water.

3. 3

   Add the onion and lard and bring to a boil.

4. 4

   As soon as the beans come to a boil, lower the flame and let them barely simmer, covered, for about 3 hours for black beans and 2 1/2 hours for the other varieties, or until they are tender, but not soft.

5. 5

   Do not stir during this time.

6. 6

   Add the salt and epazote, if you are using it, and simmer for another 30 minutes.

7. 7

   Set aside, preferably until the next day.

8. 8

   There should be plenty of soupy liquid.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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