3 1/2 c. dry pinto beans
1 1/2 lbs. ground beef, cooked and drained
1 1/2 lbs. Eckrich smoked sausage, sliced 1/4 inch thick
1 1/2 med. size onion, diced
3 med. size white potatoes, peeled and cubed approximately 1/4 inch
2 (16 oz.) can whole tomatoes, peeled
Lawry seasoning salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Optional for Cajun style: add cajun spices, omit seasoning salt and black pepper

Cook pinto beans, add 2 tablespoon of Crisco shortening (or other type) to water bring to a boil. Add pinto beans and seasoning. Bring to a boil.

Turn heat down to medium. Cook until 3/4 done. Add all ingredients. Cook until done. You may have to add water to allow to cook to complete done. Make sure the water level is always approximately 6 to 8 inches above beans.

For added thickening you may use tomato paste for desired thickening. Best served over white rice.

Chicken breast may be used in place of ground beef. Beef sausage may be used in place of the pork sausage.