Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 bag (16 ounces) of black beans, rinsed and picked over
- 1 cup of chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup of chopped red bell pepper
- 1 cup of chopped green bell pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can of black-eyed peas, drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can of corn, drained
- 1 (10-ounce) can of diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
- 1 (15-ounce) can of tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon of chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
1 hour
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot, combine the black beans, onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, black-eyed peas, corn, tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beans are tender.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or your favorite side dish.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 5 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich in flavor and protein
- Vegetarian and gluten-free
- Customizable to your taste preferences
User Comments:
"This dish is packed with flavor and perfect for a crowd. I love how easy it is to make."
"I added some chopped avocado and cilantro to mine, and it was even better!"
"This is a great way to use up leftover black beans and other beans. It's a versatile dish that everyone will enjoy."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have time to simmer the beans for an hour, you can use canned beans instead.
- To make the dish spicier, add more chili powder or a chopped jalapeño pepper.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the diced tomatoes with green chiles.
