Friday, September 26, 2008

Beans and Rice

2 Tbs. olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp. cumin
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. chile powder
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 cups canned black beans, rinsed
1 cup water
3 Tbs. chopped cilantro

4 cups cooked rice
Garnish with Salsa, grated cheese, sour cream, red onion or scallions

In large skillet heat oil over med. high heat.  Stir in onion and cook for 2 min.  Stir in garlic, cayenne, cumin, chili powder and cook for 1 minute.  Stir in tomatoes, salt, beans and water and stir well.  Simmer mixture for 15-20 minutes or until thickened.  Stir in cilantro.  Serve hot over rice or wrap in tortillas for burritos.

2 comments:

Natalie said...

I love beans and rice. Your recipe is now my new recipe. Way better than the one I used! I think it needs 1/2 to 1 tsp of salt as it simmers.

Prestwich Family said...

Thanks Nat. You are exactly right! It does need salt and I would think at least a teaspoon. I forgot it because I never measure my salt when I cook and so I forget that step sometimes when putting down recipes. I updated it on the recipe. Thanks!!