Jamaican Bean Casserole
A flavorful, spicy bean casserole with a Caribbean twist. This hearty dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- β1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsedlow-sodium
- β1 cup diced red bell pepper
- β1 medium onion, chopped
- β1-2 minced Scotch bonnet pepperdepending on desired heat level
- β2 tablespoons all-purpose flourgluten-free flour for gluten-free option
- β2 tablespoons coconut oil
- β1 teaspoon ground cumin
- β1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- β1/2 teaspoon salt
- β1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 2
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
- 3
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Stir in the minced Scotch bonnet pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 6
Add the kidney beans, flour, and stir to combine.
- 7
Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 8
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- 9
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro if desired.