Red Beans Side Dishes

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Prep Time
   Overnight

Cook Time
   4 hours

Ingredients

• 1 lb. pinto beans
• 1 lb. ham hocks
• 2 1/2 Tbsp. chili powder
• 1/3 cup sugar
• salt, to taste
• 1 small onion, chopped

Instructions

Soak beans in water overnight; drain.

Put fresh water to cover beans. Place over medium heat. When water is hot, add ham hock; simmer 2 hours.

Add sugar, chili powder and onion; continue to simmer 2 additional hours. Add salt 15 minutes before removing from heat.