Senator Barry Goldwater's Beans Source: From numerous readers - The Arizona Republic Jan. 31, 2001 2 pounds pinto beans 2 large onions, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped 2 teaspoons salt Pepper, to taste 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed 1 (4 ounce) can taco sauce 1 (4 ounce) can roasted green chiles 1 (2 1/2 pound) can tomatoes 2 pounds ground beef, browned (optional) Soak the beans in cold water overnight. Wash beans, place in a kettle and add enough cold water to make the water level 2 inches higher than the top of the beans. Bring to boil and cook 1 hour. Add remaining ingredients (except beef). Reduce flame and cook 4 to 6 hours, or more if desired. Add browned ground beef, if using. Makes 24 servings. Approximate values per serving: 258 calories, 9 g fat, 34 mg cholesterol, 18 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates, 10 g fiber, 347 mg sodium, 31 percent calories from fat