Big Crock Pot Full Of Pinto Beans

• 2 lbs dried pinto beans (works for other dried large beans)
• 1/2 smoked turkey drumstick (available at supermarkets cut into chunks)
• 11 cups water, for soaking
• water (to cover for cooking)
• 1 -2 tablespoon kosher salt (to taste)
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne (or to taste)

1. Sort and rinse beans with 3 waters (from one container to another 3 times).
2. Place in a 5 to 6 quart crock pot with soaking water overnight (my preference, but it can be cooked without pre-soaking).
3. Note: a 4 quart crock pot will be absolutely full, but I have used a 4 quart pot.
4. Drain soaking water and add water to cover by 1 to 1.5 inches.
5. Add smoked turkey pieces.
6. Cook for 10 hours on low.
7. Add salt and peppers to taste.
8. Note: I have used cumin, thyme, and oregano for seasoning, but basic salt and pepper is very good).
9. Serve with cornbread.

pinto beans, turkey, water, water, kosher salt, black pepper, cayenne

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/big-crock-pot-full-of-pinto-beans-302576 (may not work)