A big pot of supremely well-seasoned spicy black beans is a game changer.\u00a0 Not only are they delish all by their onesies, but they will easily become the foundation of any number of quick dinners – chili, soup, burritos and\/or Mexi scrambled eggs.\u00a0 Note that this recipe does require an overnight soak on your beans…so plan accordingly.<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/h3>\n

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• 2 T olive oil<\/li>\n
• 1 onion, chopped<\/li>\n
• 2 carrots, diced<\/li>\n
• 2 t salt<\/li>\n
• 3 cloves garlic, smashed<\/li>\n
• 1 lb dried black beans (2-1\/4 c) soaked in cold water overnight, drained & rinsed<\/li>\n
• 1 chipotle chile pepper in adobo (canned), chopped<\/li>\n
• 1 t cumin<\/li>\n
• 1 bay leaf<\/li>\n
• 1 T lime juice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Combine all ingredients (except lime juice) in slow cooker.\u00a0 Add enough water to cover.\u00a0 Cook on high for 3-4 hrs or on low for 6-8 hrs.<\/p>\n

  When finished, add lime juice.<\/p>\n

  To store, fully cool beans & then portion into freezer bags.\u00a0 Freeze in a flat layer to make defrosting easier.<\/p>\n

  Recipe adapted from Run Fast. Eat Slow.:\u00a0 Nourishing Recipes for Athletes<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

  Here are a few more black bean recipes to try:<\/p>\n

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  • Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchiladas<\/a><\/li>\n
  • Black Bean Burgers<\/a><\/li>\n
  • Southwestern Shepherd’s Pie\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    A big pot of supremely well-seasoned spicy black beans is a game changer.\u00a0 Not only are they delish all by their onesies, but they will easily become the foundation of any number of quick dinners – chili, soup, burritos and\/or Mexi scrambled eggs.\u00a0 Note that this recipe does require an overnight soak on your beans…so<\/p>\n

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