Frijoles Negros(Black Beans

* Exported from MasterCook *

FRIJOLES NEGROS (BLACK BEANS

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Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Mexican Beans

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 lb Salt pork
1 lg Onion, chopped
2 Cloves garlic, minced
- or pressed
2 1/2 c Dried black beans
- about 1 pound
1 t Crumbled dry epazote leaves
5 c Water
4 c Beef or chicken broth
Salt

Cook pork over medium high heat in a 4 or 5 qt. pan until fat begins
to melt. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring often, until onion
is soft (about 5 min.).
Sort beans and discard debris; rinse well. Add beans and epazote to
pan and pour in broth and water. Raise heat to high and bring to
boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 2 to 2 1/2 hours (or until
beans are tender). If beans are too soupy, boil over medium high
heat, stirring often until thick enough. Season with salt. 6 to 8
servings.



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