Cuban Black Beans & Rice

Real Simple has some of the best recipes.  This beans and rice recipe is no exception.  I though it was delicious, Dustin thought it needed meat, just ignore him.

1 c. white rice

1 tbsp. olive oil

1 onion, chopped

1 bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch pieces

2 cloves garlic, chopped

salt & pepper

1 tsp. ground cumin

31 oz. black beans, rinsed

1 tsp. dried oregano

1 tbsp. red wine or apple cider vinegar

4 radishes, cut into 1/2 inch pieces

1/4 c. fresh cilantro

Cook the rice according to package directions.  Meanwhile heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.  Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic and 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.  Cook stirring occasionally until softened about 5-7 minutes.  Stir in cumin and cook for 1 minutes.  Add the beans, oregano and 1 cup of water.  Simmer, covered for 10 minutes.  Add the vinegar and smash some of the beans with the back of a fork to thicken.  Serve the beans over the rice and top with the radishes and cilantro.