Brazilian Black Beans

• 2 cups dried black beans
• 2 onions, chopped
• 4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced

Procedure

Soak the beans overnight in cold water to cover in the refrigerator. (Or, combine with 6 cups water in a saucepan; bring to a boil and boil 1 minute. Let stand 1 hour.) Drain and transfer to a large saucepan. Add the onions, garlic, prosciutto or ham bone, if using, the cinnamon sti