Cattlemen's Beef And Beans

This is a ruggedly delicious meal. i think that everyone will enjoy it.

Rinse beans under running water , place in a large kettle with water.

Bring to boiling.

Cover kettle.

Lower heat.

Cook 15 minutes.

Let stand 1 hour.

Trim all excess fat from beef.

Brown meat on all sides in remaining fat in a large skillet.

Place meat in the bottom of the slow cooker.

Add beans and liquid , onion , molasses , salt , ginger , mustard , pepper and bay leaf.

Add more water , if needed to cover meat and beans.

Cover.

Cook on high for 2 hours , stir beans adding more liquid if needed to keep beans and meat covered.

Turn heat control to low and cook for 8 hours , or until beans are very tender and liquid is absorbed.

Taste and season with a spoonful of hot prepared mustard , if you wish.

Remove meat to a carving board and cut into slices.

Spoon beans around beef on a platter.

pinto beans, water, beef brisket, onion, dark molasses, salt, ground ginger, dry mustard, pepper, bay leaf