I used half an onion that need to get used and added a tbsp of garlic (use more, maybe like 4-6!). Oh ya 3 cans! 8hrs on low (low was boiling alot the 8th hour. Meat fell off the bone when picking it up. That's when it's done.)

because I love my pinto beans done to a certain consistency, I cook the hocks first 'til the meat is coming off the bones. I then use the broth from the hocks and cook the beans. I soak beans overnight so that I can have them ready in 30 minutes... That's when I go to heaven!!!

Add green chili! Yummm