Date: Mon, 15 Nov 93 14:02:00 +0700 From: "Barbara Klopp IAEA Vienna" This one was originally posted months (years?) ago on the old Granola list. The original recipe called for 1/2 cup of oil but I have made it without this several times and found the flavors to be sharper. Put in more of all of the herbs and spices if you want this to be *really* spicy. It is good with rice and a bit of Indian garlic pickle on the side. BLACK BEANS, CUBAN STYLE (Serves 4-6) ======================== 1/2 lb. dried black beans 1 med onion, finely chopped 1/2 small green pepper, finely chopped garlic, pressed (however much you can stand. I probably used 4-5 cloves) a little oregano 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1-2 bay leaves a med. spoonful of Dijon or other strong-flavoured mustard 1 tbsp dark, strong-flavored vinegar red wine to taste a little red pimento, finely chopped (maybe 1/4 cup) dash of red (cayenne) pepper sea salt to taste 1 veg. bouillon cube 1 1-inch piece of Kombu sea vegetable (optional, some say) Wash and soak the beans overnight in water to cover. The next day, saute the onion and green pepper until soft. Add black beans, along with soaking water. Add remaining ingredients, stir well, cover, and cook until beans are soft. Serve over rice with chopped onions on top.