Uncle Aurelio's Beans in a Pot
May 5, 2006 — -- Looking for an authentic dish for Cinco de Mayo? Try ABC's "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" landscape designer Eduardo Xol's recipe for Frijoles Charros de Tio Aurelio, which translates to Uncle Aurelio's Beans in a Pot.
Yield: Makes 12-15 servings
Directions:
Clean, rinse and strain beans thoroughly. Place the water to boil in a large pot. Add all ingredients into the pot slowly. Bring to a boil then lower the heat to medium. Cover the pot leaving a slight opening to release the steam.Cook for two hours. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional hour.