My Recipes Simple Black Beans

Scott and I both really enjoy the black beans that we get on our visits to our favorite Brazilian restaurant, so I've tried a few recipes to get that same great taste at home. Here is one that we liked from My Recipes. Enjoy!

Simple Black Beans (Caraotas Negras)

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil  
• 1 cup chopped onion  
• 3/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper  
• 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar  
• 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic  
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper  
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin  
• 1 cup water
• 2 (15 oz.) cans black beans, undrained
• 1 (+) tsp. garlic salt (to taste)- Marsha's addition

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. 
2. Add onion and bell pepper to pan; cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. 
3. Stir in sugar, garlic, black pepper, and cumin; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. 
4. Stir in 1 cup water and beans; bring to a boil. 
5. Partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring frequently. 
6. Remove from heat, and stir in vinegar.