Cuban Black Beans

Black beans, spices, balsamic vinegar, and other good things are simmered until it smells so good, that you won't be able to resist trying it!

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
• Calories: 296 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ground black pepper to taste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 pound black beans, washed
• 2 minced hot green chile peppers
• 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons paprika

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large bowl, cover beans in water and soak overnight.

Step 2

Rinse beans and transfer to a large stock pot. Add onion, red and green bell peppers, bay leaves, paprika, cumin, oregano, chile peppers, and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.

Step 3

Test beans for tenderness; when tender add garlic and balsamic vinegar. Season to taste with salt and pepper.