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Makes about 25 cups (50 1/2 cup servings)

5 pounds dried pinto beans
2 gallons water
1/2 cup onion powder
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
3 tablespoons cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne
2 to 2-1/2 tablespoons salt

Pick through the beans to remove any debris. Place in a large pot or bowl and add 2 gallons of water. Soak at least 6 hours or overnight.

Pour off soak water and rinse beans. Place in a large pot or steamjacketed kettle with 2 gallons of fresh water. Add seasonings (except salt) and simmer, stirring occasionally until desired consistency is obtained, 1 to 3 hours. Stir in salt.

Nutrition information per 1/2 cup:  (SNAP)
Calories: 122
Protein: 6 g
Carbohydrate: 23 g
Fat:  0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Fiber:  4 g
Sodium: 322 mg
Vitamin A: 2 RE
Vitamin C: 2 mg
Iron:  3 mg
Calcium: 51 mg

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