Spiced Tomato Pinto Bean Ragu

Ingredients

• 30 oz canned pinto beans
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 large red bell peppers
• 2 celery ribs
• 4 medium roma tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 4 cups herb broth
• 1.5 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp oregano
• 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp coarse salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 5 oz spinach
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.25 cup parsley

Instructions

1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and celery until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
2. 2Stir in ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, dried oregano, ground cinnamon, tomato paste, coarse salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. 3Add rinsed pinto beans, diced Roma tomatoes, and herb broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
4. 4Stir in fresh spinach until wilted. Remove from heat, then stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley.
5. 5Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.