Southwestern Steak and Beans Crock Pot

I got this from a crock pot recipe book. Prep time does not include overnight soaking of the beans.

• Ready In: 9 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1  lb dried pinto bean
• 6  cups water
• 1⁄2 lb salt pork, cut up
• 1  lb  chuck steak, 1 inch cubed
• 1  red chili pepper
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1  teaspoon cumin seed
• 1⁄2 teaspoon marjoram

Directions

1. Soak beans in water overnight.
2. Brown salt pork in skillet; drain off fat in paper towels.
3. In crock pot, combine soaked beans (with water), browned pork and remaining ingredients.
4. Cover and cook 1 hour on high.
5. Reduce heat to low and cook an additional 8 to 9 hours.