Smoky Black Beans

1. 1

   Mince onion.

2. 2

   If using dried chipotle, in a bowl soak in boiling-hot water to cover 5 minutes and drain.

3. 3

   Wearing protective gloves, mince soaked or canned chipotle.

4. 4

   In a colander rinse black beans well and drain.

5. 5

   In a 2- to 3-quart heavy saucepan cook onion in oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until softened.

6. 6

   Add chipotle and cook, stirring, 2 minutes.

7. 7

   Add beans, 1 cup water, and orange juice and simmer, mashing mixture 3 or 4 times with a potato masher, until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.

8. 8

   Season beans with salt.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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