Frijoles a La Charra ( Ranch Beans )

4 sl Bacon

3 Jalapeno chiles, stems and

-seeds removed, diced 1 sm Onion, diced

1 qt Cooked pinto beans along

-with juice 1 lg Tomato, chopped

1/4 ts Garlic powder

Freshly ground black pepper 2 tb Chopped cilantro

Saute the bacon, Jalapenos, and onion until well browned. Add the beans, tomato, and spices. Bring to a boil, add the cilantro, reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Chile Pepper Magazine June 1993 Serves: 6 Heat Scale: Mild