Basic Black Beans

Per serving

101.9kcal
6.8гProteins
0.4гFats
18.4гCarbs

Have a bag of dry beans and don't know how to cook them? Here's the basic recipe for dry black beans. Making them homemade with some added spices is so much more delicious (and cost effective). These are a great side dish to any meal!

Ingredients

  • dry black beans1 lb
  • water6 cups
  • salt1 teaspoon
  • ground black pepper1⁄2 teaspoon
  • cumin1⁄4 teaspoon
  • onion powder1⁄4 teaspoon
  • garlic powder1⁄2 teaspoon
  • bay leaf1

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse beans in a colander under running water, picking out any debris.

  2. 2

    Place rinsed beans in a heavy pot filled with 6 cups of water and soak overnight.

  3. 3

    Add bay leaf and 1/4 tsp each of cumin, onion powder, and garlic powder.

  4. 4

    Bring just to a boil, then cover and simmer for 1 1/2 – 2 hours, or until beans are tender. Add 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper (or more to taste).

  5. 5

    Makes about 6 cups of cooked beans.

Source: food.com
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