Mom's Marvelous Pinto Beans
16 oz pinto beans
2 - 3 slices bacon, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon paprika
salt & pepper to taste
Put beans in large pot and add enough water to cover beans with 2 inches extra on top. Bring to a boil, cut off heat, and let sit (covered with lid) for one hour.
After beans have soaked for one hour:
(1) Add the remaining ingredients as well as extra water (there should be approximately 2 inches extra water above the bean level) and slowly bring to a boil.
(2) Turn down heat & let simmer for 35 - 40 minutes (or until beans are to the firmness of your liking).
Tastes great with any meal!
Serves 10 - 12.