Speedy Black Beans and Mexican Rice |
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 2 Minutes |
Ready In: 7 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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This hearty rice and bean dish is the perfect answer for a meatless main-dish choice and doubles perfectly. Ingredients:
1 (8.8-oz.) pouch ready-to-serve mexican rice |
1 (15-oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained |
1 (4.4-oz.) can chopped green chiles |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro |
toppings: sour cream, salsa, diced tomato, shredded cheddar cheese |
Directions:
1. Cook rice according to package directions.
2. Combine black beans and green chiles in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH 90 seconds. Stir in rice and cilantro. Serve immediately with desired toppings.
3. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Rice-A-Roni Express Heat & Serve Mexican Rice.
4. Mexican Beef 'n' Rice: Substitute 1 lb. cooked lean ground beef for black beans. Substitute 1 cup salsa for green chiles. Prepare recipe as directed omitting toppings. Serve with corn chips or in lettuce leaves, if desired. Makes 4 servings.
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