Frijoles Rancheros

By Foodiewife

Rancheros are simply juicy "pot" beans, gussied up with sautéed veggies and fragrant with Mexican oregano, which is more aromatic and less sweet than Mediterranean. They are usually served as a side dish to grilled meats and fajitas, but are delicious with tortillas.

Ingredients

• 1 medium onion chopped
• 1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, chopped (try first with one to test heat)
• 3 to 4 small plum tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon or more Mexican oregano, to taste
• 3 cups of the "pot" beans with their liquid
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• Whole leaves, cilantro to add when serving

Preparation

Step 1

Saute vegetables until soft. Add oregano and beans. Heat to simmer. Check seasoning, adding more oregano, salt and pepper as needed. Sprinkle with cilantro leaves. Makes 31/2 cups.