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.