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Best Black Beans

SUBMITTED BY: Cameron  PHOTO BY: Chef Boyar Ha Ha 

"This simple black bean side dish works well with Mexican or Cuban meals."
Best Black Beans Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 221 times with an average star rating of 4.5
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PREP TIME  10 Min
COOK TIME  5 Min
READY IN  15 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 (16 ounce) can black beans
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt to taste

DIRECTIONS

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine beans, onion, and garlic, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low. Season with cilantro, cayenne, and salt. Simmer for 5 minutes, and serve.

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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 4, 2008 by KitchenDiva 
Easy and tasty! I always pour canned beans in a sieve or colander and rinse well under running... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.
Reviewed on apr. 15, 2005 by DBERREY 
This was so good. I let the beans simmer on very low heat for about 15 minutes so that all... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 15, 2008 by naples34102 
Who would have ever thought a can of dressed up beans could taste so darn good! Not your... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.
Reviewed on feb. 1, 2007 by frosm (Jazz) 
I just tried this recipe with fantastic results! I made a few modifications and additions,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 17, 2004 by ALYSONM 
I have been looking for an easy black bean recipe to serve with Mexican Food and this is it! ... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 20, 2006 by Michelle 
I have been using this site for almost 7 years, and I have never had occasion to write about a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.
Reviewed on mar. 27, 2006 by georgiaFANATIC 
Absolutely delicious! Definitely a keeper, my husband raved over this recipe. I added some... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.
Reviewed on aug. 15, 2006 by Melissa 
I did a 'fiesta night' dinner last night and used this recipe for a side dish. It smelled... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.
Reviewed on jun. 25, 2006 by Melissa 
Excellent side dish with chicken enchiladas- way better than refried beans! I didn't have... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.46 star rating.
Reviewed on jan. 29, 2006 by CHRISWELLSW 
I had one lone can of black beans sitting around forever after countless disappointing bean... MORE

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Nutritional Information
Best Black Beans

Servings Per Recipe: 4

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 112

  • Total Fat: 0.4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 510mg
  • Total Carbs: 20.8g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 8.2g
  • Protein: 7.1g

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