• 1 pound dried black beans

• 1 large onion, chopped

• 1 large bell pepper, chopped

• 5 cloves of garlic

• 1 (14.5 oz) can of diced tomatoes

• 5 cups of water

• 2 Tbsp. olive oil

• 4 tsp. ground cumin

• 1 tsp. salt (optional)

• Brown rice or whole grain couscous (optional)

Directions: 

Mix all ingredients in slow cooker.

Cover and cook for 6-8 hours on high or until beans absorb most of liquid.   

Serve over brown rice or whole grain couscous.  

Top with small amount of sharp cheddar cheese.

A 1/2 cup serving of black beans has 6 grams of fiber!