Frijoles De La Olla - Whole Beans, Tucson's El Charro

• pinto beans↗2 cups
• cold water2 quarts
• whole head of garlic, peeled and mashed1
• salt↗
• fresh tomatoes, chopped↗2 cups
• oregano↗1 tablespoon
• white vinegar↗1 teaspoon
• onion↗1

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Pick over the beans, discarding any dirt or debris. Rinse the beans thoroughly.

2. 2

   Place in an 8 quart pot with 2 quarts of cold water. Add the garlic and bring to the boil.

3. 3

   As soon as it boils, reduce the heat, and simmer without stirring for at least 2 hours, when the beans will be very tender.

4. 4

   Salt to taste, and serve with the fresh tomato condiment.

5. 5

   For the tomato condiment, mix together the tomato, oregano, vinegar and onion.