recipe was based on recipe from cookbook 'Inter Courses' by martha hopkins and randall lockridge

rinse then drain soaked beans

combine beans with water in large pot

bring to boil over medium heat

add the vegetables, seasonings, beer, vinegar to the beans

simmer covered for 1.5- 2 hours until beans are tender

garnish with sour cream and chives

serve with rice, corn bread or tortilla chips

maybe made nonveg by adding 1 lb of meat your choice

may also be cooked in a slow cooker for 5 hours, just increase water to 5 cups.