Frijoles de Olla (Clay Pot Beans)

• 1 cup (185 g) dried black beans or other dried beans of choice, such as pinto or cannellini
• ¼

Pick over the beans, discarding any grit or other debris, then transfer to a bowl, add water to cover, and soak overnight.

The next day, drain and rinse the beans, then add them to a clay pot (olla) or saucepan. Be sure the pot is large enough to accommodate the beans as they expand. The dried beans should not rise above the bottom one-third of the pot. Add water to cover the beans by t