Black Beans-Cuban Style
["1 lb. dried black beans", "1 whole bay leaf", "1 green pepper, cut in quarters", "1 large onion", "1 tsp. minced garlic", "1/2 c. red wine vinegar", "ham hock (optional)", "salt and pepper"]
["Soak black beans overnight in cold water.", "In morning, rinse beans and cover with fresh water in crock-pot.", "Add all ingredients except salt, pepper and vinegar.", "Cook until tender, then season with salt and pepper.", "Add vinegar and cook for 1/2 hour more.", "Serve over white rice."]
["black beans", "bay leaf", "green pepper", "onion", "garlic", "red wine vinegar", "ham hock", "salt"]