Mataha (Dry Maize, Beans & Potatoes)

Ingredients
½ pound dried red beans
1 pound dried maize (corn)
Salt
8 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
10 pumpkin leaves(or spinach), coarsely chopped


Method

1. Soak the beans and maize overnight in enough water to cover. 
2. Drain, cover again with water, add salt and boil for 2½ hours. 
3. Drain and set aside. 
4. Cover the potatoes with water and boil until soft. 
5. Add the pumpkin leaves and cook until tender. Drain. 
6. Add the mixture to the maize and beans and mash it all together. The mixture should be thick and firm.