Last winter, I found this recipe and cooked it several times.  The last time I made it, both boys gave it a thumbs up.  I enjoy this recipe because it makes a lot, stretches a buck, and is made in the crockpot.

Pinto Beans and Ham

Stars of the recipe:

• bag of dried pinto beans
• 1/2 lb. of ham chopped
• small onion chopped
• water

Steps:

1. Soak the pinto beans overnight.  Make sure you put them in a big bowl and cover them with water.
2. In the morning, drain the beans.  Get rid of any debris which could have gotten in the bag.
3. Place the beans, ham, and onion in the crockpot.
4. Put water in the crockpot over the beans, ham, and onion.  Season with salt and pepper.
5. Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.
6. Serve over rice or with cornbread.

I serve mine with Northern cornbread.

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