Instructions: Sort and wash beans. Combine beans, green pepper, and 2 tb onion in a large Dutch Oven. Cover with 6 cups of water, and soak overnight. Add remaining 4 cups water to Dutch oven; cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 2 1/2 hrs or until beans are tender.

Combine remaining 2 tb onion, garlic, oregano, and cumin in a small bowl; mash mixture, using a fork.

Stir in vinegar. Add vinegar mixture and salt to beans. Simmer, uncovered, an additional 20 minutes.

Serve over hot cooked rice.

Families Each serving amount: 1 cup beans over 1/2 cup rice

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