Garay'S Santa Maria Beans

1. 1

   Pick over and wash beans, draining well.

2. 2

   Place in 6 to 8-quart kettle.

3. 3

   Cover with water.

4. 4

   Bury ham hock in beans.

5. 5

   Add sliced onion, minced garlic, cilantro and 2 teaspoons salt.

6. 6

   Cut top off tea bag and add tea leaves to mixture.

7. 7

   Add Chipotle chile(s), one for medium heat and two for hotter.

8. 8

   Bring beans to a boil.

9. 9

   Cover and reduce heat.

10. 10

    Add boiling water as needed to keep beans just slightly covered with water.

11. 11

    Simmer for at least two hours.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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