Sweet Beans

Sweet beans, or Habichuelas con Dulce, are a traditional Dominican dish, usually served at Easter - but it can be done any time of the year!

Ingredients:

4 cups or 2 cans of pinto beans

2 cans of evaporated milk

3 1/2 cans of whole or 2% milk (use the evaporated milk cans to measure)

1 can of condensed milk

1 cup of Muscovado or regular brown sugar

2 cinnamon sticks

Ground cinnamon to taste

Ground nutmeg to taste

Pinch of salt

Preparation:

1. Place a large pot on medium heat, and add the evaporated milk.

2. Add the condensed milk, and the whole or 2% milk, and stir well.

3. Add the beans, and mix together.

4. Add the cinnamon sticks, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg.

5. Add a pinch of salt, stir well.

6. Cook on medium heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring every ten minutes, until it reduces.

Serve hot or cold. Enjoy!