* Exported from MasterCook * CROCKPOT SOUTHWESTERN BEEF & BEANS Recipe By : Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Meats Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 lb Dried pinto beans 6 c Water 1/2 lb Salt pork -- cut up 1 lb Chuck steak -- 1-inch cubed 1 Red chili pepper 1 Medium onion -- chopped 2 Cloves garlic -- minced 1 6 oz can tomato paste 1 1/2 tb Chili powder 1 t Cumin seeds 1/2 ts Marjoram Soak beans in water overnight. Brown salt pork in skillet; drain off fat in paper towels. In slow-cooking pot, combine soaked beans (with water), browned pork and remaining ingredients. Cover and cook 1 hour on high; reduce heat to low and cook an additional 8 to 9 hours. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -