Tin Plate Special

1 lb Dry pinto beans

6 lb Beef rump roast

1 tb Lard or shortening

1 c Green or banana pepper strip

2 x Sliced med. onions

2 c Tomato juice

8 oz Can tomato sauce

1/2 c Water

2 ts Cider vinegar

2 tb Brown sugar

2 ts Salt

1 ts Dry mustard

1 ts Thyme

Wash beans;cover with cold water and let soak overnight. Bring beans to a boil and cook 1 hour; drain, discarding water. Brown roast in hot fat in a Dutch oven or roaster. Add peppers and onions and cook until tender. Add beans and remaining ingredients. Cover and bake in a 350 deg. oven for 2 1/2-3 hours or until beans are tender and meat is done.