Very Simple Black Beans (Caraotas Negras) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup water
2 (15 ounce) cans 50% reduced sodium black beans, undrained
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

Preparation

Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper to pan; cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in sugar, garlic, black pepper, and cumin; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
Stir in 1 cup water and beans; bring to a boil. Partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring frequently. Remove from heat, and stir in vinegar.