Chitlins

Directions

1. 1
   Fill a large basin with cold water.
2. 2
   Drop in chitlins and soak undisturbed for 30 minutes.
3. 3
   Drain off water.
4. 4
   With sharp paring knife, pull off fat under running water and discard the fat from chitlins.
5. 5
   Rinse the meat again under cold running water and let soak for 1 hour, changing the water several times.
6. 6
   Rinse the meat again under cold running water and place in a large Dutch oven or stockpot.
7. 7
   (Chitlins must be thoroughly cleaned.)
8. 8
   Cover with water; add onion, vinegar, hot pepper pod, salt and pepper.
9. 9
   Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
10. 10
    Cover and simmer 3 hours or until chitlins are fork-tender.
11. 11
    Cut into small pieces.
12. 12
    Makes 8 servings.