Gallo Pinto (Red Beans And Rice)

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   Heat the oil in a large skillet or saute pan over medium-high flame. Add the onions, bell pepper and garlic and saute for about 2-3 minutes, or until cooked through.

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   Stir in the drained beans, some of their reserved liquid, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and continue to simmer until heated through.

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   Add the rice and stir into the beans and heat through. Adjust seasoning and add a little more bean liquid if necessary. Serve hot.

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   Variations:

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   Casamiento (Salvadoran black beans and rice): Use black beans instead of red beans.

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   Nicaraguans on the Caribbean coast use coconut oil instead of regular vegetable oil.

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   Stir in some chopped cilantro.

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   Add a few dashes of bottled pepper sauce or Worcerstershire sauce for added flavor.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.