Yield: 8 servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| ½ pounds | Dried pinto beans |
| ½ pounds | Dried black beans |
| ½ pounds | Dried lima beans |
| 1 \N | Smoked ham hock |
| \N \N | Salt to taste |
| 2 \N | Cloves garlice minced |
| 1 \N | Large pimento chopped |
| 1 \N | Small onion chopped |
| ¼ cup | Blackstrap molasses |
Soak beans for 2-6 hours in cold water. Drain water & replace with with fresh water. Bring water to a boil slowly. Add salt & pepper, ham hock, onion, pimento, and garlic. Reduce heat to Medium and cook for 1 hour. Be sure to stir frequently. Add molasses at this point & cook for 15 minutes more. Excellent with ham or pork or whatever.
Enjoy! Origin: Don Houston's kitchen circa 1989