Title: Smoky Maple Black Beans & Kale
Categories: Beans
Yield: 4 Servings
1 tb Olive oil -OR-
1/4 c Water
1 md Onion; chopped
3 cl Garlic; minced
6 c Kale; coarsely chopped
Salt
Black pepper; freshly ground
3 c Cooked black beans
- (2 cans);
- rinsed, drained
3 tb Water
2 tb Tamari
2 tb Pure maple syrup
1 tb Cider vinegar
1 ts Liquid smoke
1/2 ts Smoked paprika
1 Chipotle chile in adobo;
- minced (optional)
Heat the oil or water in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion
and garlic, cover, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the
kale and season to taste with salt & pepper. Cook, stirring, until
softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the beans, then add the remaining ingredients, stirring to
combine. Simmer for 10 minutes longer to blend the flavors. Taste and
adjust the seasoning, if needed. Serve hot.
Tip:
Dark green vegetables should be cooked uncovered to prevent
discoloration. Covering green vegetables while they cook causes a
buildup of acids that react with the chlorophyll and turn the
vegetables a brownish color.
