Bay Leaf Simmered Beans

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Total Time 2 hrs
Cooking Method: Boil
Cuisine: Latin American
Courses: Dinner, Lunch
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 12
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Savory bay leaf simmered beans are simple and satisfying, and make a great side dish to round out any meal. 

Ingredients
  • 2 cup Dried Beans (pinto, black or pink; rinsed)
  • 8 cup Water
  • 1 Onion (Chopped)
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
Instructions
  1. 1

    Place beans, water, onion and bay leaf in a large pot.

  2. 2

    Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat to low. Simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender.

  4. 4

    Remove bay leaf and stir in salt. Cook 15 minutes longer.

  5. 5

    Top each serving of simmered beans with 1/2 cup fresh salsa or store beans in refrigerator for up to three days in a covered plastic or glass container.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 118kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 56mg3%
Potassium 361mg11%
Total Carbohydrate 22g8%
Dietary Fiber 7g29%
Sugars 1g
Protein 7g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Average cost of recipe per serving: $0.31

Note: The costs are an estimated calculation and are subject to variation depending on the time of year and your location.

Keywords: Dried Beans, Bay Leaf
Read it online: https://livehealthycooks.com/recipe/bay-leaf-simmered-beans/