Charro Beans

Ingredients

• 1 bag dry pinto beans
• 1 can rotel tomatoes
• 4 slices bacon, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
• 1 cup cilantro, roughly chopped
• 1/2 onion, diced
• 2 serranos, cut in 1/4 inch rings
• salt and pepper

Directions

• Sort the beans, discard any small or discolored beans, watch carefully for small pebbles.  Rinse the beans.
• Place beans in a large pot and cover with 2 - 3 inches of salted water.  Add Rotell tomatoes.
• Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.  Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally until beans are soft, about 1 hour.
• Add bacon, onion, and serrano peppers.  Cover pot and cook for an additional 15 - 20 minutes.  Remove from heat and stir in cilantro.  Salt and pepper to taste.