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Ingredients

• 1 pound black beans, picked over, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 2 cloves
• 1 head garlic, halved crosswise
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 2 smoked ham hocks, about 1 1/2 pounds (substitute ham or bacon)
• 9 cups water
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/4 to 1/3 cup dry sherry or dark rum
• Freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 to 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
• Optional serving garnishes: Sour cream or creme fraiche, minced scallion or chives, crumbled cheese such as feta, queso fresco, or grated cheddar, diced red bell pepper, diced avocado, or minced jalapeno.

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