One of the best evidences that we are truly seeking Heaven is the possession of hearts that are weaned from this world. None will ever enter the Father’s House on high in whose soul the first fruits of heavenly peace and joy does not grow now. He who finds his satisfaction in temporal things is woefully deceived if he imagines he can enjoy eternal things. He whose joy is all gone when earthly possessions are snatched from him, knows nothing of that peace which “passeth all understanding.” And yet, if the auto, radio, newspaper, money to go to the movies, were taken away from the average “church member,” what would he then have left to make life worth living?

A.W. Pink

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Vegetables, Grains, Meats		Vegetable	6	Servings

INGREDIENTS

3	c	Pinto beans
4	qt	Water
1		Clove garlic
1	c	Diced pork
		Salt (don't add until I tell you to!)

INSTRUCTIONS

This recipe is from "The Best from New Mexico Kitchens".   I make them
pretty much the same way except:  I use ham instead of pork, add chopped
green chile, and cook them in the pressure cooker.
Wash the beans well, cover with water, and soak overnight.  Drain.  Put
beans, water, garlic, and pork -- BUT NOT THE SALT -- into a large heavy
pot. Cover tightly, bring to a boil, and simmer for about 1 and 1/2 hours
or until the beans are tender but not mushy, stirring occasionally. Add
boiling water during cooking if necessary so the beans stay covered with
water.  When the beans are done, remove the lid, turn up the heat, and cook
until all of the water has been absorbed.
Add salt to taste.
Refritos: Mash the beans and fry in bacon fat until hot.  Sprinkle with
grated cheddar or longhorn cheese and serve.
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