Frijoles Cocidos

Ingredients

• 1-3/4 cup dried pinto beans (12 ounces)
• 1-1/4 cups chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Directions

1. Wash and pick over the beans. Cover them with water and soak for 4 hours or overnight; drain.
2. Cover the beans with fresh water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce the heat. Cover and simmer for 1 to 1-1/2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
3. In a medium skillet, saute the onion, garlic, and cumin in the oil for 4 minutes. Add the green pepper and saute 5 minutes longer.
4. Drain the beans; reserve 1/2 cup liquid. Mash the beans with the reserved liquid; add the sauteed vegetables, the coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4-1/2 cups (6 servings)

Source: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes
Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People with Diabetes