BLACK BEAN POTTAGE

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After trying many recipes for Frijoles Negros, we've decided that this is by far our favorite! It's more time-consuming than some other recipes, but well worth the effort. Prep time does not include time to soak the beans.

Provided by Wineaux

Categories     Black Beans

Time 3h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

16 ounces dried black beans
8 cups water
2/3 cup olive oil
6 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped
2 onions, peeled and finely chopped
6 sweet peppers, seeded
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon whole dried oregano, crushed
2 tablespoons sugar
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons dry wine
1 1/2 tablespoons vinegar
1/2 cup onion, chopped (garnish)

Steps:

  • Pick over beans, discarding any shriveled ones or foreign particles.
  • Wash well and soak overnight in water, covering generously.
  • Drain beans, rinse in fresh ater and drain again.
  • Place in a large pot 8 cups water.
  • Bring to a rapid boil, reduce heat to moderate, cover, and cook for 45 minutes.
  • In a skillet, heat 2/3 cup olive oil and saute garlic, 2 onions and chili peppers for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add to skillet 1 cup of the boiled beans and mash thoroughly to blend with rest or ingredients in the skillet.
  • Add this mixture to the pot of beans.
  • Add the salt, pepper, oregano, sugar, bay leaves and cumin.
  • Cover and boil for 1 hour on moderate heat.
  • Add wine and vinegar.
  • Cover and cook over low heat for 1 hour.
  • Uncover and cook until sauce thickens to taste.
  • Serve in individual bowls, garnishing with 1/2 cup chopped onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.9, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 2.8, Sodium 303, Carbohydrate 49.3, Fiber 11.1, Sugar 10, Protein 13.8

Mady Rykhus
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This was a great recipe. I used canned black beans and it still turned out great.


Reneilwe_rsa Muzila
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover black beans.


Bad Joker
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved it.


Pc Noyon
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I'm not a huge fan of black beans, but this pottage was really good! The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


The Shark
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This black bean pottage was delicious! I made it for dinner last night and my family loved it. The flavors were amazing and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


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