Pati Jinich - How to Make Frijoles de Olla

Rinse the black beans.

Put the black beans in a pot.

Cover the beans with water.

Add half a white onion to the pot.

If available, add a couple sprigs of cilantro or epazote.

Bring the pot to a boil.

Let it simmer and cook for about an hour and 15 minutes until the beans are soft and the water has thickened to a soupy consistency.

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