1 1/2 c red beans — soaked overnight
1 tbsp sauteeing liquid
2 cloves garlic — chopped
1 red pepper — sliced
1 c red wine
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 bay leaf
salt and pepper — to taste
Cook beans in unsalted water until just tender. Drain. Preheat oven to 350?F. Saute onion, garlic and pepper until soft. Add beans, wine, tomato paste, and bay leaf; season with salt and pepper. Transfer to casserole and bake 45 minutes.