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Black Beans and Rice


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Ingredients

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 2 15-ounce cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups brown rice, cooked
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Saute the garlic and onions in olive oil on medium-high heat until slightly browned. Add the bell pepper, jalapeño, cumin and paprika and cook for 2 minutes. Add the tomato sauce and cook for 5 minutes more.
  2. Add the beans and simmer on medium-low heat for 5-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the rice and mix well. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.