Instructions

  1. Soak beans in 4 cups water at least 5 hours.
  2. Place in large stockpot.
  3. Add beer and bring to a boil.
  4. Cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours.
  5. Cook bacon until crisp, drain and crumble.
  6. Add bacon to beans along with onion, tomatoes, cilantro, salt and red pepper.
  7. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.