Very Simple Black Beans (Caraotas Negras)

These beans cook down and creat a thick, rich sauce. Good to serve over rice or arepas. From Cooking Light. Recipe edited to increase some seasonings suggested by reviewers.

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1  cup  chopped onion
• 3⁄4 cup  finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1  teaspoon  packed brown sugar
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons  minced garlic
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1  teaspoon ground cumin
• 1  cup water
• 2 (15 ounce) cans  50% reduced sodium black beans, undrained
• 1  teaspoon white wine vinegar

Directions

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