BLACK BEANS & DARK RUM

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While I am Sicilian, my mother was a multi-national cook. Growing up she always made the best fresh cooked beans and rice. When I moved out of the house I made some changes to her recipe - but still remained dissatisfied. I called her and asked what the problem was - She asked me why I left out the RUM. I made that addition &...

Provided by Angel Slave

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb dried black beans, picked over and rinsed
1 - 8 oz piece of smoked turkey breast
1 bay leaf
1/2 white onion - plus
1/2 white onion - chopped
2 Tbsp spanish olive oil
6 clove garlic - finely minced
1 c finely chopped celery
1 c finely chopped bell color (whatever color you have)
1 Tbsp finely chopped jalapeno
2 c finely chopped chorizo style turkey sausage
1 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp fresh cracked pepper
2 Tbsp dark rum - puerto rican rum or st thomas
3 c of your favorite grain - quinoia, ferro, or wild rice (which is actually a grass)

Steps:

  • 1. Place black beans in a glass bowl and cover with water; soak overnight. Drain & rinse beans and place them in a Dutch oven; cover with 6 cups of water. Add the smoked turkey, bay leaf and 1/2 onion. Bring the beans to a boil over high heat; cover, reduce the heat, and simmer for 1 1/2 hour, or until soft. Remove the bay leaf and the onion; discard
  • 2. In a medium skillet, heat the oil to medium high; add chopped onion, diced garlic, celery, peppers - sweet and hot; saute' for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Add the chopped turkey sausage and saute' until heated through 3-4 minutes; set aside
  • 3. Transfer 2 cups of the beans and 1 cup of the broth into a blender, food processor, or magic bullet; pulse until smooth. Return the pureed bean mixture into the pot with the rest of the soup; add the sausage mixture, sea salt, and cracked black pepper and stir well. Simmer the soup for ten minutes. Add the run and simmer five additional minutes
  • 4. If you've made 3 cups of white rice or grain - divide between 6 bowls and top with bean soup. It IS delicious

Ssembajjwe Brian
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Xbih Khan
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I'm a vegetarian. Can I use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth?


Keaubre Eason
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Can I use canned black beans instead of dried beans?


Richard Ariwonyang
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I'm allergic to rum. Is there anything I can substitute it with?


Tyler “DAX” Fuentez
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my beans turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked them.


Precious Abiaziem
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This is a great recipe for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.


Mark Mel
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Overall, I thought this was a great recipe. The beans were delicious and the rum sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again!


Jonathan Perez
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This recipe is a bit too time-consuming for a weeknight meal, but it's definitely worth the effort for a special occasion.


Jael Griffin
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I tried this recipe with a different type of rum and it didn't turn out as well. I think the type of rum you use really makes a difference.


Sitol Chad
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I followed the recipe exactly and the beans turned out mushy. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Nana Kwame Owusu Ansah
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The beans were a bit too sweet for my taste, but the rum sauce was delicious.


Tuhin Galaxy
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I'm not a huge fan of rum, but I still enjoyed this dish. The beans were very flavorful and the sauce was rich and creamy.


Arishaba Prudence
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The black beans are cooked to perfection and the rum sauce is divine.


akazad rohman
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I love the unique flavor of this dish. The black beans and dark rum complement each other perfectly, and the spices add a nice touch of heat.


Amber Forrester
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I followed the recipe exactly and the beans turned out perfectly. They were tender and flavorful, and the rum sauce was rich and decadent.


Lord Lucifer
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I'm not usually a fan of black beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of the beans, rum, and spices was delicious and I will definitely be making this again!


Lopchan ram
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I made this recipe for a party last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the beans and the rum sauce was the perfect complement.


MH Emon
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This black bean and dark rum recipe is a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to impress your guests. The combination of the beans, rum, and spices creates a complex and satisfying flavor profile that is both sweet and savory.