Black Beans with Cream
Rich, velvety, and packed with comforting flavors, this Black Beans with Cream recipe turns a humble pantry staple into a luxurious side or main dish. Simmered until tender and infused with aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika, the black beans are then bathed in a luscious heavy cream sauce that adds a silky texture and indulgent depth to every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, this dish offers a perfect balance of earthy, smoky, and tangy notes. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it's ideal for weeknight dinners or as a hearty addition to tacos, rice bowls, or freshly baked cornbread. This creamy black beans recipe is gluten-free, vegetarian, and irresistibly good—a must-try twist on classic legume dishes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Dried black beans
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 4 wedges Lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the dried black beans thoroughly under cold water and ensure any debris is removed.
In a large pot, place the beans and cover with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the beans are tender. Check occasionally and add more water if necessary to keep the beans covered.
Once the beans are cooked, drain them, reserving about 1 cup of the cooking liquid, and set aside.
In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the spices are fragrant.
Add the cooked beans to the skillet along with 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking liquid. Stir well to combine and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Reduce the heat to low, then gently stir in the heavy cream. Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is creamy and heated through.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve the black beans warm, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired, accompanied by lime wedges for a bright finishing touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 613 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 258 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
