Seattle Black Beans Recipe

Name: Seattle Black Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups dried black beans; 6 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 bacon slices; 1 cup thinly sliced celery; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1/2 cup finely chopped carrot; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 garlic cloves, minced

Servings: persons

3 cups dried black beans
6 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 bacon slices
1 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped carrot
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 garlic cloves, minced

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Sort and wash beans; place in a large Dutch oven. Cover with water to 2 inches above beans; cover and let stand 8 hours. Drain beans.
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Return beans to pan; stir in broth, water, pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 2 hours or until tender.
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Cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon from pan; crumble. Add celery and remaining ingredients to pan; cook 5 minutes. Add to bean mixture; simmer 10 minutes. Sprinkle with bacon.
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1146

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

146

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups dried black beans, 6 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Seattle Black Beans falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Seattle Black Beans

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