Franks' Chili Beans

Directions

1. 1
   Cover beans with cold water, cover pot and bring to boil.
2. 2
   Reduce heat and simmer for 3 hours, adding water as needed.
3. 3
   In a skillet, slowly brown ground beef.
4. 4
   When crumbly, add onion and saute until limp.
5. 5
   Add to beans along with rest of ingredients except the salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Cover and simmer for three hours or until beans are tender and liquid is somewhat thickened.
7. 7
   Add salt and pepper and serve.