Recipe – Southwestern Beef and Beans

As simple as it gets.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb dried pinto beans
• 6 cups cold water
• 1 lb lean chuck steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 red chili pepper or 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cumin seed
• 1/2 tsp marjoram leaves

Directions:

• Soak beans in water overnight.
• Combine soaked beans (with the water) and the remaining ingredients.
• Cover and cook on low for 9 to 10 hours; add water as necessary.