Shawnee Three Sisters Stew

I am not a cook, but this is based on Shawnee recipes and my dining experiences at powwows. The Three sisters: Corn, beans, squash

As the Shawnee say: Haskwaalawe? Are you hungry?

Basics:

20 ounces of dried pintos (soaked overnight)

20 ounce can of hominy

One winter squash peeled and cubed

Ham/bacon

Hickory smoke flavoring

Onions

Thickener: cornmeal and/or file

Bacon grease

Spices

Red pepper

Black pepper

Garlic powder

Salt to taste