1 lb. pinto beans
1 med. onion, diced
5 to 6 c. water
3 fresh tomatoes
4 green chilies, diced
2 cloves garlic, diced
1 can beer, Lone Star
Salt to taste

Wash and sort pinto beans. Add onion and water to beans and bring to boiling point. Remove from heat and cover for 2 hours. Peel tomatoes; chop into small chunks. Add tomatoes, chilies, garlic, and beer to beans; bring to second boil. Reduce heat and simmer from 5 to 6 hours. Add salt half an hour before serving. Serves 6 to 8.