10 lbs. washed pinto beans
15 qts. water
5 tsp. ground cumin
20 cloves garlic, shopped (optional)
7 level tbsp. salt
1 1/4 c. bacon fat

Cover beans with water. Add cumin and garlic. Simmer over low heat for 1 1/2 hours. Add salt and bacon fat and continue cooking until beans are tender. Serves 80.