Black Beans (and Rice)

Ingredients:

• 1 medium to large onion (I prefer white)

• 1 red bell pepper (optional)

• 1 Jalapeño (optional)

• 5-8 cloves garlic - diced small

• 2 cans black beans (do not drain)

• 1/4 cup Olive Oil

• Salt and pepper

• 2 tbls dried oregano

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1/2 tsp chili powder

• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

• 1/4 cup white vinegar

Directions:

1. Dice onion and bell pepper and Jalapeño (if using) - add to a medium pot with the olive oil.

2. Add salt and pepper to taste

3. Saute over medium high heat until clear and soft.

4. Add garlic, oregano, cumin, and chili powder.  Stir and cook 2-3 but don't burn the garlic.

5. Add both cans of black beans with liquid from the cans, stir to combine and bring up to a simmer.

6. Add the vinegar, stir and simmer for 30-40 min.

Serving suggestions:

I serve over rice.  I will often oven roast some chicken with fajita spices and eat it along with the rice and beans.

Top with fresh cilantro and queso fresca to give it a little more flare and flavor.