SMOKY BEAN SALAD WITH MOLASSES DRESSING

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Just the name of this recipe makes my mouth water! The chipotle chilies give it the smoked flavor. You can use canned beans and save a lot of time. Enjoy! Prep time includes soaking. A Spanish recipe.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 4h50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups great northern beans (or, if you prefer, use canned beans)
1/4 cup sherry wine vinegar
1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
1/4 cup finely chopped drained sun-dried tomato packed in oil
3 tablespoons light molasses
2 teaspoons finely chopped canned chipotle chiles
1/3 cup olive oil
3/4 cup finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place beans in a large bowl.
  • Add enough cold water to cover by 2 inches.
  • Let stand at least 4 hours.
  • or overnight.
  • Combine vinegar and mustard seeds in medium bowl.
  • Let stand at least 1 hours.
  • or up to 4.
  • Drain beans.
  • Place in a heavy large saucepan.
  • Add enough water to cover beans by 3 inches.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer till tender, about 50 minutes.
  • Drain, cool beans completely.
  • Whisk sun dried tomatoes, molasses,and chilis into vinegar mixture.
  • Gradually whisk in oil.
  • Combine beans, onion, and parsley in bowl.
  • Add enough dressing to coat salad.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • You can prepare this 6 hours.
  • ahead.
  • Cover and refrigerate.
  • Bring to room temperature.
  • before serving.
  • Enjoy!

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