INGREDIENTS
1 lb
dried black beans (picked over, rinsed, and soaked overnight (see notes))
2
slices bacon (minced)
2
onions (chopped medium)
1
red bell pepper (seeded and chopped)
1 tsp
cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 cloves
garlic (minced)
1 tsp
dried oregano
3 1/2 cups
reserved soaking liquid and/or water
2
bay leaves
1/4 tsp
red pepper flakes
1/4 cup
fresh cilantro (minced)
juice from 1 lime