Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      pound         dried red beans -- (lubes)
   3      ounces        salt pork -- in 1" batons
   4      ounces        chorizo -- sliced 1/2" pieces
   4      tablespoons   extra-virgin olive oil
   1                    spanish onion -- chopped 1/2" dice
   4                    garlic cloves -- thinly sliced
  15                    cayenne peppers
   2      cups          red wine vinegar
   2      tablespoons   salt
   2      tablespoons   peppercorns
   4                    garlic cloves -- thinly sliced

Preparation:

Soak beans overnight and drain. In an 8-quart pot, place salt pork, chorizo, olive oil, onion and garlic over medium heat. Cook until onion is soft and golden and add beans and 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil and simmer 1 1/2 hours, or until beans are tender. Check for seasoning and allow to simmer. Chop peppers into 1/4-inch rounds and place in a jar. Pour vinegar, salt, peppercorns and remaining garlic into jar and allow to steep 1 hour. To serve, place a ladle of beans in a bowl and finish with 1 tablespoon of chili pickle. Source: MEDITERRANEAN MARIO with Mario Batali From the TV FOOD NETWORK - (Show # ME-1A26)