Black Beans

11 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 pound black beans
  • 1/2 gallon water
  • 1 each onions
  • 3 each green bell peppers
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 each ham bone, fresh, not smoked
  • 3 each bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 ounce bacon
  • 1/2 cup vinegar

Directions

  1. 1
    Wash beans thoroughly and soak overnight in water.
  2. 2
    Use this water for cooking.
  3. 3
    Saute onion, green pepper and garlic in olive oil.
  4. 4
    Combine all ingredients except the vinegar which is added a few minutes before beans are ready to serve.
  5. 5
    Cook over low heat until beans are tender and the liquid is of thick consistency.
  6. 6
    Liquid can be thickened by taking out a few beans ( 1/4 to 1/2 c) and process in blender or food processor; then return to pot and stir to thoroughly mix.

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