Chitterlings (pork intestine)

Ingredients: 20 pounds of chitterlings 4 large onions (chopped, one large onion for every 5 pounds) 1 large stalk celery (diced) 1 large pod of fresh garlic (minced) 1 large potato (whole) 1/4 cup crushed-dried red peppers 4 tablespoons salt 4 tablespoons cracked black pepper Instructions: Clean each stran individually, removing ALL traces of matter wash thoroughly. Place in a large 10+ quart pot, cover with water and add all ingredients except potato. Bring to a rapid boil. Add potato whole, reduce heat to medium, cook covered for 6 hours, stir occassionally, add water as needed to keep them from drying out or scorching. Note: Chitterlings tend to cook down. 20 pounds will yield servings for about 8 people. Serve as a main dish in any soul food meal and with a dash of your favorite hot sauce. Enjoy!!
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