Lazy Black Beans

Convert dry black beans into wet black beans as if by magic.
6-8 servings
Prep Time: 3-4 hours

Ingredients

  • 1 pound black beans (about 2 cups) rinsed and picked through
  • cilantro (optional)
  • 8 cloves garlic peeled and smashed
  • 1 onion peeled and sliced in half
  • 1 orange sliced in half
  • salt

Method

  1. Place beans in a large pot and add water until beans are submerged by 3 to 4 inches. Add the garlic and onion, squeeze in orange juice, then add the squeezed orange halves. Cover and place over high heat until water comes to a boil, then uncover pot and reduce heat to a bare simmer. Cook until beans are completely tender and creamy, 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, and adding water if tops of beans become exposed.
  2. Remove orange and onion halves. Increase heat to medium and simmer, stirring frequently, until reduced to a thick, creamy sauce that clings to the beans, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt. Serve over rice or as a side with fresh cilantro and a dash or two of hot sauce.