BLACK BEANS

Black beans are black beans of the legume Phaseolus vulgaris, famous Venezuelan and Colombian orinoquia earth, generations have been part of the daily diet of the inhabitants. There it is referred to beans "black beans", following this denomination qualifying color - black, red, white, etc.

The beans, in centuries past, they used to serve breakfast, lunch and dinner (the latter called "food" in other countries). They were a companion to any meal - like white rice or arepas - and were in the table of rich and poor. It is one of the components of the Creole flag, typical Venezuelan dish.

With black beans soup is a representative dish Caracas old and still prepares frequently prepares Venezuelan households. It is a dark and consistent soup that comes after "dry" or main course lunches or dinners Caracas. Although there are several ways to prepare beans, this recipe is typical Caracas, bold, soft, and for those who like sweets.