Caribbean Black Beans Notta Pasta

The sweet and savory Caribbean spices of ginger, garlic, thyme and allspice enhance black beans. Notta Pasta makes the perfect base to absorb the essence of these flavors.

Yield

Serves 6

Time

30 minutes

Ingredients

1/2-16 oz box (8 oz) Notta Pasta Spaghetti
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, diced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 tablespoon finely minced ginger
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon Garlic Chili Pepper Sauce*, or hot sauce to taste
1-15 oz can diced tomatoes
2-15 oz cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro
Optional: orange slices
*We used A Taste of Thai brand

Directions

1.	Put a large pot of salted water on to boil.
2.	In a large deep nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until almost soft.
3.	Add red bell pepper, garlic, ginger, thyme, allspice, salt, Garlic Chili Pepper Sauce and tomatoes. Sauté until the onion is soft and everything is well mixed.
4.	Add black beans, orange juice and fresh cilantro. Mix well. Simmer until the beans are heated through.
5.	Boil Notta Pasta according to directions on box. Drain and rinse briefly.
6.	Pour the prepared pasta into a serving bowl. Make a well in the center. Pour Caribbean Black Beans into the center. Garnish with a fresh sprig of cilantro and orange slices!

Caribbean Black Beans Notta Pasta

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