Seasoned Beans From Dried Beans

7-8 tsp. El Cid Mexican Bean Seasoning (more or less to taste

2 cups any beans: pinto, black, kidney or black-eyed peas

10-12 cups water 

Place beans in large bowl with 4 cups of water and let stand 2-4

hours. Drain and rinse beans thoroughly. In large pot with lid, combine

beans, seasoning and 10 cups 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.   Makes 4 to 6 servings.