Robin's Sweet and Spicy Black Beans

These are famous in my family, and I always get asked for the recipe. Serve with rice or in tacos for a yummy and healthy meal!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 1 hr 15 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
• Calories: 100 Calories

Ingredients

• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• ½ large red onion, chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans
• 1 dash ground cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 1 dash chili powder
• 1 dash cumin

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Warm oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, and cook about 2 minutes; then stir in garlic, and cook until onion is soft and translucent. Stir in tomatoes, cilantro, and sugar. Season with cayenne pepper, chili powder, cumin, and ground cinnamon. Cook for 10 minutes. Stir in black beans, and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer 1 hour or longer.