Pinto Beans with Potatoes

1. Cover pinto beans with enough water to cover & bring to a boil.
2. Reducei heat & simmer until they are just tender.
3. Add potatoes, celery & salt & more water if necessary.
4. Cook over low heat.
5. Just before the potatoes & beans are tender, gently fry the onions in a heavy skillet.
6. Using a slotted spoon, add the beans to the skillet & stir until well mixed & heated through.
7. Serve hot over rice or a stiff porridge.
8. *This dish traditionally uses manioc (casava) in place of the potatoes.
9. If you can get it, use it.