South of the Border Rice and Beans |
|
 |
Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 6 |
|
Veggies, beans and cheese turn boring white rice into a dish filled with flavor. Ingredients:
1 tablespoon oil |
1 onion, chopped |
1 red pepper, diced |
1 clove garlic, minced |
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon black pepper |
1 medium tomato, chopped |
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth |
1 cup uncooked rice |
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed & drained |
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 4 oz.divided |
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro |
hot pepper sauce, optional |
Directions:
1. Preheat broiler, coat baking dish with cooking spray.
2. In skillet heat oil.
3. Add next 7 ingredients, cook, stirring until tender, 5-6 minutes.
4. Add broth and bring to boil, stir in rice.
5. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed about 20 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and stir in beans& 1/2 cup cheese.
7. Cover, let stand 5 minutes, then transfer to baking dish.
8. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and broil until cheese is melted.
9. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve with hot pepper sauce if desired.
|
|