Beans

Directions

1. 1
   Soak beans in cold water for 8 hours or overnight.
2. 2
   Do not drain.
3. 3
   Add enough fresh water to cover.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil.
5. 5
   Add onion.
6. 6
   Simmer slowly in a covered pot, preferably earthenware. When skins begin to wrinkle, add bacon drippings.
7. 7
   As liquid is absorbed, add more water, always hot.
8. 8
   Cook about 3 1/2 hours. Add salt and cook another 30 minutes or until beans are soft. Separate beans from broth by adding beans to frying pan, a little at a time, with additional bacon drippings.
9. 9
   Mash beans with spoon and add broth, a little at a time.
10. 10
    When all beans have been mashed, saute the whole mixture until it thickens into a heavy paste that can be rolled up.
11. 11
    (Do not let it get too dry.)
12. 12
    Serve hot with chopped onion and grated cheese on top.
13. 13
    Serves 3 to 4.