Michael Russler'S Black Beans And Rice

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   Bring 2.5 cups of salted water to a boil. Add rice, bring back to the boil. Cover and cook on lowest flame for about 20 minutes.

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   Place the beans in a medium size saucepan, add salt and pepper to taste. (If you're using canned beans, you won't need salt.) Stir in garlic, oregano, hot sauce, cumin, vinegar and/or orange zest. (NB that this list of ingredients is a catch-all; you can make it with just oregano and vinegar, or try cumin with orange zest.) Bring to a simmer.

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   If you have it on hand, add diced chorizo or other sausage. If not, congratulate yourself for being a vegetarian -- today, at least.

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   When rice is done, fluff with a fork and spoon into bowls. Top with bean mixture and sprinkle chopped parsley over the top. If you like, sprinkle with a few drops of vinegar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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