1 lb. dry pinto beans
2 1/2 qts. water
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lg. piece bacon rind
1 tbsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. oregano
3-4 Trappey's chili pepper, seeded, chopped
2 tsp. salt

Wash beans and soak overnight in cold water; drain. Put beans in a large kettle, add 2 1/2 quarts of water and simmer 1 hour. Add onion, garlic, bacon rind, chili powder, oregano and chili peppers. Cover and simmer 2 hours, adding salt the last hour. Serves 6.