| 1 cup | Black bean, soaked overnight |
| 1-2 | Bay leaves |
| 6-8 cloves | Garlic, minced |
| 2 tsp | Oregano, dried |
| 1 tsp | Cumin |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1 cup | Raw couscous, steamed |
| | Pepper, optional |
In a saucepan, place beans and bay leaves in enough water to cover beans and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 1 1/2 hours or until beans are tender. Add garlic, oregano, cumin and pepper. Simmer 30 minutes more or until beans are softened, add baking soda and salt, mix well.
Steam couscous.
Serve couscous with a laddle of black beans.