INGREDIENTS
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1 pound dried black beans
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1 bay leaf
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2 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed between fingertips
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4 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon ground cumin
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1 large onion, diced
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1 small green bell pepper, diced
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6 cloves garlic, minced
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sea or kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
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fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
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for the bowls:
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cooked rice
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your choice of:
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avocado/guacamole
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sour cream
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hot sauce
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shredded cheese
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diced tomatoes/salsa
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tortilla chips