Black beans

Directions

1. Sort and wash beans and place in a dutch oven.

2. Add water and half of bell pepper and bring to a boil.

3. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 1 1/2 hours or just until beans are tender.
(If desired, beans can be pre soaked overnight before this process.)

4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

5. Add remaining bell pepper, onion, and next 4 ingredients.

6. Cook, stirring constantly, 5 minutes or until tender.

7. Add onion mixture, sugar, and salt to beans, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes.

8. Uncover and cook for 15 minutes or to desired thickness.

9. Stir in wine and 2 tbsp of olive oil.

10. Remove and discard bay leaf.