Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_sugar'], 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 rice according to package directions, substituting vegetable broth for 4 ounces (1/2 cup) of the water. wash and peel garlic and onion; wash bell pepper and remove membrane. mince garlic, chop onion, and chop bell pepper. heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. add garlic, onion and bell pepper and saute´ until tender. add drained beans, cumin, oregano, 1/8 teaspoon of the black pepper, and 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to prevent sticking. stir and continue to cook until beans are heated through. serve bean mixture over cooked rice topped with cheese and sour cream.