1/2 c. water
1 onion, chopped
3 tomatoes, chopped
6 medium sliced zucchini
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. oregano
cayenne to taste

Wash and sort pinto beans or use canned kidney beans. For every 1 cup dried beans placed in saucepan, add 3 cups water. Bring to boil. Simmer until tender. Add water as needed.