Mexican Pinto Beans
["1 lb. dried pinto beans", "5 c. water", "6 slices bacon, finely chopped", "1 large onion, chopped", "1/2 green pepper, chopped", "1 1/2 Tbsp. ground cumin", "1 Tbsp. chili powder", "1 1/2 tsp. salt", "1 tsp. pepper"]
["Sort and wash beans.", "Place in Dutch oven.", "Cover with water 2-inches above beans.", "Cover and bring to a boil.", "Boil 1 minute. Remove from heat and let stand 1 hour.", "Drain beans and return to pot.", "Add 5 cups water and remaining ingredients.", "Bring to boil; cover and reduce heat.", "Simmer 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender.", "Serve with a slotted spoon.", "Yields 7 cups."]
["pinto beans", "water", "bacon", "onion", "green pepper", "ground cumin", "chili powder", "salt", "pepper"]