Soak your beans overnight in water and pour off. Put them on to boil with water and a lid. Do not stir often. When they start to get soft then put in ham, salt pork, onions, garlic powder and fresh cilantro. Cook awhile longer. I use very little salt pork because of high blood pressure. Had beans at Cracker Barrel last week and they are definitely too salty for someone with high blood pressure. This recipe is a little different but good and less salt.