| 1. |
Slice or cut meat in small cubes and marinate in a garlic lime (or flavor of your choice) marinade for approximately 1-2 hours or longer. |
| 2. |
While marinating meat, combine the black, kidney and small red beans in a large pot of boiling water and simmer on medium for approximately 2 hours with a dash of salt. |
| 3. |
Combine flour, lawry's or other seasoning salt, black pepper and cinnamon in large zip lock bag. Coat pieces of meat by shaking them in the bag about 5 pieces at a time, set aside. |
| 4. |
In large fry pan heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add half of the meat, and brown on both sides. Repeat by adding another tablespoon of olive oil and browning the rest of the meat. |
| 5. |
In the same large fry pan as meat, (uncleaned, to get the rest of the spices added to onion) add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and heat. |
| 6. |
Slice large onion in large slices and add to the pan, turning heat to medium and add ground cloves until onions are cooked al dente. |
| 7. |
In large crockpot, add beans, meat, onions, and crushed garlic. Cook on medium heat for approximately 5 hours. Taste test after 3 hours and add spices to taste. |
| 8. |
Note: this recipe is absolutely worth the time, and little effort for a nice big pot of amazing flavors to have for left overs or serve a new and exciting meal to a large group! |
