Mexican Lima Beans

Ingredients:

2 lbs uncooked Lima beans
2 smoked pork hocks
1 medium white onion, peeled and cut in half
4 cloves of garlic peeled

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

In a 6 quart Olla de Barro (Mexican Clay Bean Pot), or a traditional pot, add the beans that have been cleaned and rinsed, allow for enough water for about three inches above the bean level. Add the onion, garlic and pork hocks and slowly bring to a boil. Once the beans are boiling reduce to low/medium heat and simmer for at least 4 hours or until tender and cooked. Add the salt and pepper to taste about 15 minutes before the beans are cooked. Serve with the broth and top with sour cream, diced tomatoes. fresh jalapenos, and fresh chopped cilantro. If you do not have an Olla de Barro you can usually locate them for sale at the local Mexican grocery stores. You can also order them online at MexGrocer.com.