1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno pepper, or more to taste (Optional)
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or more to taste
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1 cup canned corn, drained
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¼ cup brown sugar
Instructions
Sort black beans and place into a large container. Cover with several inches of cool water; let soak, 8 hours to overnight. Rinse and drain.
Combine black beans, chicken broth, tomatoes, carrots, onion, red bell pepper, garlic, cumin, salt, chili powder, jalapeno, and black pepper in a slow cooker.
Cover and cook on High until mixture has reduced and beans are tender, about 8 hours. Stir in corn and brown sugar 1 hour before serving.