Cuban Black Beans I Recipe

Cuban Black Beans I Recipe

  • 1 pound black beans, washed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 minced hot green chile peppers
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste
  1. In a large bowl, soak beans in water to cover overnight.
  2. Rinse beans, and transfer to a large stock pot. Add onion, bell peppers, bay leaves, paprika, cumin, oregano, and chile peppers, along with water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  3. Test beans for tenderness, and when tender add garlic and balsamic vinegar. Salt and pepper to taste.
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