Kale and Black Beans Stewed in Tomato Sauce - Bites for Foodies

Ingredients

• 2 tbs. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, halved or minced
• 1 head of kale, stems removed (or 1 bag or pre-chopped kale)
• 1 jar tomato puree (about 650 grams)
• 1 can black beans or kidney beans (drain top liquid only)
• 1 - 1 1/2 cups of water
• 1 tsp. tomato paste
• 1/2 tsp. sugar (optional)
• 1 tbs. capers, finely minced (optional)
• sea salt and black pepper to taste
• fresh parsley for garnish (optional)