Servings: 8

1pound (2 cups) dried small red beans 1pound (2 cups) dried small red beans
2 Bay leaves 2 Bay leaves
1 table spoon New Mexico chili powder 1 table spoon New Mexico chili powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Salt as needed Salt as needed
4 cups broth or water 4 cups broth or water

Sort and rinse beans in cold water
Place in a medium pot with water
Add spices except salt
Bring to a high boil and then turn to simmer
Check after each ½ hour and add more hot water if needed
Cook until just tender and add salt
Continue cooking until tender to taste

You may add some bacon if you like.  You may add some bacon if you like.