Simple Black Beans

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


1. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add green 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.



--Adapted from Cooking Light magazine