Preparation

Heat beans in a large saucepan over medium heat until cooked through, about 3 minutes.
Add salt to taste.
Add the water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium.
In a frying pan, heat the shortening over medium heat until it melts.
Add the beef and onion and fry, about 4 minutes. Season with pepper.
Dust the meat with flour and allow it to brown.
Add a little water from the beans to the meat and onion mixture to make a paste.
Add this mixture to the saucepan of beans. Add tomato sauce and paprika.
Simmer for about 20 minutes on low heat.
Serve with bread.

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups canned kidney beans
  • ½ cup shortening
  • ¾ pound beef, sliced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • ⅓ cup flour
  • 2 Tablespoons tomato sauce
  • ½ cup onion, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cups water