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: wash black beans, cover with water and allow to soak overnight; rinse; drain; set aside. pour oil into a large soup pot. add the bacon, ham, onion, garlic and celery. cook at high simmer until vegetables are soft, about 30 minutes. add beans, rice, seasonings, and broth to soup pot. bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer 2-1/2 to 3 hours. let soup cool; put through the blender a little at a time, until smooth. return to soup pot; reheat on low about 45 minutes, adding wine and sherry. serve hot. note: a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkling of fresh minced cilantro is a nice garnish for this soup. serve this with jalapeño cornbread to make a real texas-style meal.