Stewed #BlackBeans

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Feb 13, 2024

Makes 4, 1 cup servings

Ingredients:

1/2 pound (8 ounces) dry black beans
1.5 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup onion, finely chopped
(Optional) 1.5 tablespoons jalapeno, pepper finely chopped
1 clove (1 tablespoon) garlic, finely chopped
½ teaspoon cumin powder
1-quart water - approximately 4 cups
1 bay leaf
¼ teaspoon salt

Method:

1. Soak the beans using the method of your choice - traditional soak, hot soak, or quick soak (link to beans publication)

2. Drain and rinse the black beans.

3. In a large heavy bottom pot, heat the oil over medium heat.

4. Once the oil is hot, add the onion, jalapeno (optional), and garlic. Add ¼ teaspoon of salt.

5. Stir and cook until the vegetables have softened, 3-5 minutes. Reduce heat if vegetables are browning.

6. Add cumin and bay leaf. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes.

7. Add rinsed black beans and add about 1 quart (4 cups) of water or just enough water to cover the beans.

8. Bring to a simmer, do not boil. Cook on a simmer until beans are tender, 1.5-2.5 hours. Can be transferred to a crock pot or oven for easy cooking.

9. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Recipe courtesy of Rob Dumas, University of Maine Food Science Innovation Coordinator and Facility Manager for the School of Food and Agriculture; Certified Executive Chef, American Culinary Federation.

Please note: This video was filmed using non-stick cookware that contains PFAS, also known as “forever chemicals.” As of January 1, 2026, the state of Maine has banned the sale of cookware with intentionally added PFAS, including non-stick cookware coated with Teflon used in these videos. Mainely Dish now uses PFAS-free alternatives in Extension programs and videos. Certain non-stick coatings on cookware, such as PTFE, commonly known by its brand name Teflon, may contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are associated with numerous health and environmental effects. Below are resources to help consumers avoid PFAS exposure while using non-stick cookware and make informed decisions about purchasing PFAS-free alternative."

Video and links:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ogm1n_aTATU&list=PL8D1C914E1E1FEA69&index=45

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