Southwestern Steak and Beans Crock Pot

Ingredients

• 1 lb dried pinto bean
• 6 cups water
• 1/2 lb salt pork, cut up
• 1 lb chuck steak, 1 inch cubed
• 1 red chili pepper
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed
• 1/2 teaspoon marjoram

Directions

1. 1

   Soak beans in water overnight.

2. 2

   Brown salt pork in skillet; drain off fat in paper towels.

3. 3

   In crock pot, combine soaked beans (with water), browned pork and remaining ingredients.

4. 4

   Cover and cook 1 hour on high.

5. 5

   Reduce heat to low and cook an additional 8 to 9 hours.