Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: place beans in a colander and rinse with cold running water. pick over the beans and remove any stones or foreign objects. place beans in a clean pot, cover with fresh cold water, and soak for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to expedite the cooking process. drain the beans. in a large stainless steel pot, combine the beans, 1 quart water, and all the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. when the water reaches a boil, skim the surface, reduce the heat, and simmer until the beans are tender, about 1 hour. drain the liquid from the beans and reserve for use in other recipes. discard the bay leaf.

Target recipe: cook and stir onion, green pepper and olive oil in medium skillet over low heat until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. add garlic, cumin and chili powder, cook 1 minute. add beans, tomatoes and thyme; stir to combine. cover and cook over very low heat about 10 minutes. uncover and cook, stirring until beans are thickened, about 5 minutes. season with salt and pepper.