Seasoned Beans From - Beans   Bulk Recipe 11½ Tbsp. or 4 ½  oz. El Cid Mexican Bean Seasoning   7 gallons of water   5 lbs. any beans: pinto, black, kidney or black-eyed peas   Place beans in large bowl with 3 gallons of water and let stand 2-4 hours. Drain and rinse beans thoroughly.  In large pot with lid, combine beans, seasoning and 4 gallons of water.  Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 3-5 hours, adding water as needed.  Stir occasionally.  Cook until beans are tender and tasty.