Cheesy Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Name: Cheesy Red Beans and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups cooked white rice; 1 (28 ounce) cancrushed tomatoes with basil; 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans (save liquid); 1 large red bell pepper, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; ⅛ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; 1 (8 ounce) package mild cheddar cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

6 cups cooked white rice
1 (28 ounce) cancrushed tomatoes with basil
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans (save liquid)
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
1 (8 ounce) package mild cheddar cheese, shredded

1
Prepare rice according to package directions.
2
Combine vegetable oil, bell pepper, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder in large frying pan and saute until pepper and onion are almost done.
3
Add kidney beans and liquid to pepper and onion mixture.
4
Continue to cook until pepper and onion are done.
5
Add crushed tomatoes and pepper and onion mixture to pot with rice.
6
Simmer until heated through and most of liquid has been absorbed by rice.
7
Serve topped with shredded cheddar cheese.

1259

kcal

Calories

Fat

246

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups cooked white rice, 1 (28 ounce) cancrushed tomatoes with basil, 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans (save liquid), 1 large red bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Red Beans and Rice falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cheesy Red Beans and Rice

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