Cuban Black Beans | Recipe Binder

Ingredients

• 1 lb. dried black beans, rinsed
• 4 cups water
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
• 1 med. green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped (opt.)
• 3 shallots, peeled and chopped
• 2 teaspoons paprika (use smoked paprika if available)
• 3 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 cups vegetable stock (can use chicken stock)
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 Tbl. red wine vinegar
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste