Cuban Black Beans and Rice

A traditional Cuban dish, this hearty meal features flavorful black beans served over fluffy white rice.

Ingredients - Serves 4

Rinse the black beans and soak in 4 cups of water overnight.
Drain the beans and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
Add the beans, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper to the pot.
Cover with water and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours, or until the beans are tender.
While the beans are cooking, cook the rice according to the package instructions.
Serve the beans over the cooked rice.