Pot o’ Beans

Place beans in a large stockpot and cover with water. Bring to a rolling boil. Cover the pot, turn off the heat, and let the beans sit for 1 hour. Drain the beans. In the same stockpot, heat the butter and oil over medium heat and saute the onions and garlic for 8–10 minutes, or until softened. Add the beans and enough fresh water to cover. Add the rosemary, thyme, bay leaves, salt pork, paprika, and pepper. Cover and simmer for 2 hours, checking the beans often and adding water as necessary. Remove the salt pork and bay leaves before serving. Serve with Tabasco!