pinto beans and ham hock

Directions

1. 1

   Pinto Beans and Ham Hock 1 smoked ham hock Water 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups dried pinto beans 1 cup onion, coarsely chopped 3/4 teaspoon pepper

2. 2

   Add enough water to cover

3. 3

   Cook ham, covered, over moderately high heat until water comes to a boil

4. 4

   Reduce heat to medium low and cook for 30 minutes

5. 5

   Add beans, onion and pepper to ham and cook, covered, for approximately 3 1/2 hours or until beans are tender

6. 6

   Remove meat from the ham bone and serve a little of the meat with each serving.