Bone Beans

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse and sort pinto beans.
2. 2
   Place in large bowl and add water until beans are covered 3 inches deep.
3. 3
   Soak overnight.
4. 4
   Next morning, place ham bone and soaked, drained beans in crockpot; add water to cover.
5. 5
   Cook on High for 6 to 8 hours, until beans are tender and meat has separated from bone.
6. 6
   Carefully remove ham bones and fat, returning slivers of meat to beans; season to taste.
7. 7
   Serve with cornbread and green salad.