Black Beans and Rice

Chef Sandy Dowling
The Willows

To be especially delicious this dish needs a full day to cook, so plan to start the beans early in the morning, so flavors will have time to meld.

1 (1-pound) bag dried black beans
3 quarts water
1/3 cup olive oil
2 onions, peeled and finely chopped
8 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped
1 large green bell pepper, halved and seeded
2 bay leaves
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 tablespoons sugar
 

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