Black Bean Stew

Ingredients

• 4 cups of cooked black beans

• 1 large onion, coarsely chopped

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 medium red pepper, diced, optional

• 2 teaspoons of cumin, ground

• 2 teaspoons of smoked paprika, optional

• 2 cups of vegetable broth or water

• 1 can of tomato paste

• Cilantro, as much as desired

Preparation

1. Sauté onion, garlic, pepper and cumin until soft.

2. Add beans, tomato paste, and broth or water. Bring to a boil.

3. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is reduced by half and a thick sauce is formed.

4. Add salt to taste.