1 lb. dried black beans
1 lg. onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
1 (4 oz.) jar diced pimento, drained
1/4 c. olive oil
5 c. water
1 tbsp. vinegar
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. pepper

Sort, wash beans and place in a large pan. Cover with water 2 inches above beans. Let soak 8 hours. Drain. Saute onion, green pepper, garlic and pimento in olive oil until tender. Combine beans, sauteed vegetables, 5 cups water and next 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender. Serve over rice. May garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, chopped tomatoes and chopped green onions.