Summer Black Beans

May 12, 2016

Summer Black Beans are slow simmered creamy, garlicky black beans with smoky ham hocks and a hint of orange citrus flavor.

1 pound dried black beans, rinsed and picked over
10 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped
1 orange, rinsed and sliced in half (will be using juice)
1 ham bone or smoked ham hock
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Hot sauce, if desired

In a large pot over high heat, place the beans and enough water to cover them by 4 inches. Add the garlic and onion. Squeeze the juice from the orange halves into the pot and then throw in the oranges, ham...
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Nutritions

Calories
162

Sodium
119mg
4% DV

Fat
2g
4% DV

Protein
9g
19% DV

Carbs
24g
8% DV

Fiber
5g
22% DV