Caribbean Coconut Black Beans In The Crock Pot

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This is a vegan version of recipe #148388

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Steps

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Place beans , potatoes and tomatoes in crock pot.

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In a large skillet , heat coconut oil over medium-high heat and saute onions , garlic , brown sugar , cayenne , bell pepper , thyme and chili flakes until soft.

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Add the vegetable broth to the skillet and stir with a wooden spoon on low heat scraping up any browned bits in the skillet.

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Pour the broth / vegetables into the crock pot.

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Cover and cook on high heat for 3-4 hours.

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Switch to low heat and add coconut milk for 30 more minutes.

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Season with salt and pepper , and serve over short grain brown rice.

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Ingredients

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black beans, coconut oil, onions, garlic cloves, green bell pepper, dried thyme, dried chili pepper flakes, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, russet potatoes, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, coconut milk