Cuban Black Beans

INGREDIENTS

5 tbsp

olive oil

medium onions, finely diced

4 cloves

garlic, minced

green bell peppers, finely diced

4 cans

black beans with juice, (15 1/2 ounces each )

1 1/2 cups

canned black-bean puree

dried bay leaves (Be sure to discard these if you have leftovers.)

2 tsp

ground cumin

2 tsp

dried oregano

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 tbsp

white vinegar

3 tbsp

chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish

2 tbsp

finely diced red pepper, for garnish (optional)