Beans and Rice

Ingredients

1 ea 13oz can black beans, drained & rinsed
1 ea 13oz can dark kidney beans, drained & rinsed
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup onion, chopped OR 1 Tbsp onion powder
1 + 1/2 cups rice (basmati, white, brown)
2 cups water
1 tsp paprika
To taste, salt & pepper
Fresh squeeze lime juice

Step by Step Instructions

Beans

Step 1

In a saucepan, on medium-high heat, add both black & kidney beans. Mix well.

Step 2

Add 1/4 cup water, cumin, onion, salt & pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium. Cook for 25–35 mins, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Turn off the stove & cover until ready to serve.

Rice

Step 1

In a saucepan on medium-high heat, add water & bring to boil.

Step 2

Add rice & cover.

Step 3

Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 10–15 mins or according to package.

Step 4

Turn off the stove and let steam for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add paprika to rice & fluff with a fork.

Add beans to rice and fold in with a fork or spoon, OR add rice & place beans on top with other toppings such as sautéed vegetables or roasted corn. Enjoy!