Dominican Beans

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A latin american staple. serve with rice and you've got a wonderful meal. gourmet. serves 4 as a main course, or 8 as a side dish.

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Steps

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Puree half of beans in a food processor or blender with 1 cup water until smooth.

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Tie cilantro into a tight bundle with string.

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Cook onion and garlic in olive oil in a 5-6 quart pot over moderate heat , stirring occasionally , until onion is softened but not browned , about 8 minutes.

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Add tomato paste , vinegar , and 1 cup water , then bring to a boil and cook , stirring , 2 minutes.

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Add pureed and whole beans , italian frying pepper halves , cilantro , bay leaves , salt , oregano , pepper and remaining 2 cups water , then simmer , uncovered , stirring occasionally , 1 1 / 2 hours.

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Remove and discard italian pepper halves , cilantro , and bay leaves , then serve.

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Ingredients

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canned pinto beans, water, fresh cilantro, onion, garlic cloves, olive oil, tomato paste, distilled white vinegar, sweet pepper, bay leaves, salt, dried oregano, black pepper