Recipe of the Week: Southwestern Beef & Beans, by G.R.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb dried pinto beans ^[1]
• 6 cups cold water
• 1 lb lean chuck steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 red chili pepper or 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper ^[2]
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste ^[3]
• 1 1/2 Tbsp. chili powder ^[4]
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cumin seed ^[5]
• 1/2 tsp marjoram leaves ^[6]

Directions:

1. Soak beans in water overnight.
2. Combine soaked beans (with the water) and the remaining ingredients.
3. Cover and cook on low for 9 to 10 hours; add water as necessary.

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