4 c. #2 pinto beans
3 qt. water
1 c. chopped bell pepper
2 c. chopped onions
4 cloves garlic
2 bay leaves
1 lb. bacon, chopped and fried
4 c. canned tomatoes
4 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. dried mustard
1 tsp. oregano

Soak beans overnight. In heavy pot, bring beans, water and salt to boil, simmer covered, 1hour. Add all other ingredients and simmer another hour or longer if desired. Serve 12 generously.