Frijoles, frijoles, frijoles: frijoles de olla

Ingredientes

• 2 cups dried beans
• 1 small onion
• 2-3 tablespoons lard ((optional))
• 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
• 2-3 quarts water

Preparación

1. 1

   Sort through the beans and discard any rocks or shriveled beans. Rinse the beans and drain well.

2. 2

   Add beans to a pot and cover with 2-3 quarts of water, or so the water level is 2" above the beans. Add the roughly chopped onion and 2-3 tablespoons of lard.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and partially cover. Let simmer for 1.5-2 hours.

4. 4

   Ensure that the water level is well above the beans by adding more water if you need to.

5. 5

   Start tasting them after 1 1/2 hours. If they are hard or grainy they need a little more time.

6. 6

   Once they are close add 1 teaspoon of salt and simmer for another 10-15 minutes. Salt to taste and add more if necessary. (I probably used a heaping 2 teaspoons total for this batch.)

7. 7

   If you want, portion into 1 cup sized bags (or jars). Include plenty of the broth in the portion bags. They will keep in the fridge for a few days, or in the freezer for months at a time.