Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 lb black beans, rinsed drained and cooked
• 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
• salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped