Portuguese Beans

1. 1

   Soak the beans in water and 1 tablespoon salt, overnight.

2. 2

   Drain water and discard when ready to cook beans.

3. 3

   Put the beans and ham hocks in a very large pot and cover with water to 3-4 inches above beans.

4. 4

   Cook on medium heat for 5-7 hours until the beans soften and ham hocks are easy to clean.

5. 5

   Pull meat off of ham hocks and set aside, discard bones.

6. 6

   In a skillet, lightly brown the bacon and linguisa, add the onions and garlic and cook until onions are softened.

7. 7

   Add this mixture and the the ham to beans.

8. 8

   Add the tomatoes and 1 teaspoon cumin as well as salt band pepper to taste.

9. 9

   Simmer until tender, a few hours more.

10. 10

    Beans are best the next day.

11. 11

    They also freeze well.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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