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Simmered Beans

Simmered Beans

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  • 110 Min
  • 12 Servings
  • $3.5

INGREDIENTS

  • Beans

    • 2 cups dried beans, rinsed

  • Liquid

    • 💧 8 cups water

  • Vegetables and Aromatics

    • 🧅 1 onion, chopped
    • 🍃 1 bay leaf

  • Seasonings

    • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt

STEPS

1

Wash hands with soap and water.

2

Place beans, water, onion, and bay leaf in a large pot.

3

Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.

4

Reduce heat to low. Simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender.

5

Remove bay leaf and stir in salt. Cook 15 minutes longer.

6

Top each serving of simmered beans with 1/2 cup fresh salsa, or store beans in refrigerator for up to 3 days in a covered plastic or glass container.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

118

Calories

  • 7
    Protein
  • 22
    Carbs
  • 1
    Fats

💡 For a more robust flavor, you can add garlic or other herbs like thyme to the simmering pot.Soak beans overnight to reduce cooking time and improve digestibility.These beans pair beautifully with a side of rice or as a topping for tostadas.