Cuban Black Beans (Frijoles Negros)

Ingredients

• Black beans

  2 tins

  $2.00

• Onions

  1/2 medium

  $0.15

• Bell pepper

  1/2 medium

  $0.45

• Garlic

  3 cloves

  $0.12

• Olive oil

  1 tbsp

  $0.10

• Cumin

  1/2 tsp

  $0.01

• Oregano

  1/2 tsp

  $0.01

• Apple Cider Vinegar

  1 tbsp

  $0.03

• Salt

  1/2 tsp

  $0.00

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Preparation

1. 1

   Finely dice the onion and bell pepper; mince the garlic.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté for 3 minutes until translucent.

3. 3

   Stir in the ground cumin and dried oregano, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. 4

   Pour in the canned black beans along with their liquid.

5. 5

   Bring to a boil, then lightly mash about a quarter of the beans with a fork to thicken the broth.

6. 6

   Simmer gently for 7 minutes, stir in the apple cider vinegar and salt, and serve hot.