Chalupas

This recipe may be served with corn chips and condiments

Ingredients

 * 1 lb (500 g) pinto beans
 * 3 lb (1.5 kg) pork roast
 * 7 cups (18 dl) water
 * ½ cup (75 g) onion, chopped
 * 2 cloves garlic, minced
 * 1 tbsp (15 ml) salt
 * 2 tbsp (30 ml) chili powder
 * 1 tbsp (15 ml) cumin
 * 1 tsp (5 ml) oregano
 * 4 oz (100 g) chopped green chile peppers (one can)

Directions

 * 1) Put all ingredients in a Dutch oven, an electric crockery cooker, or a heavy kettle.
 * 2) Cover and simmer about 5 hours, or until the roast falls apart and the beans are done.
 * 3) Uncover and cook about ½ hour, until the desired thickness is achieved.