Cuban Black Beans

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: High 4 to 6 hours; Low 8 to 10 hours
Makes 10 servings

2 cups black beans

1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes

1 onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

3 cloves garlic, chopped

11/2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1 bay leaf

5 cups water

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1. Combine the beans, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, garlic, salt, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, and water in a 6- to 7-quart slow cooker.

2. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours.

3. Stir in the vinegar.

Per serving: 226 calories, 9 g protein, 28 g carbohydrates, 1 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 7 g fiber, 448 mg sodium