Soak beans in water to cover overnight. Drain. Cover with cold water and simmer until beans are tender, about 1 hour. Add tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes more. Sauté green peppers in hot oil until tender. Add onions and cook until tender. Stir frequently. Add garlic and parsley. In another skillet, melt butter. Add beef and pork. cook and stir 15 minute or until crumbly and brown. Add meat to onion mixture and stir in chili powder. Cook 10 minutes. Add meat mixture to beans along with salt, pepper, cumin seeds and msg, if using. Simmer covered 1 hour. Remove cover; simmer 30 minutes more. Skim fat from top.
Serves 8 to 10
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