Rice And Beans Recipe

Name: Rice And Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. long grain rice; 4 c. water; 1 medium onion, cut small; 1 carrot, cut small; 1 green pepper, cut small; 1 (16 oz.) can red kidney beans; 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 3 cubes chicken bouillon; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1/4 tsp. red cayenne pepper; 1/4 tsp. tarragon; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. cumin; 1/2 can tomato paste

Servings: persons

2 c. long grain rice
4 c. water
1 medium onion, cut small
1 carrot, cut small
1 green pepper, cut small
1 (16 oz.) can red kidney beans
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
3 cubes chicken bouillon
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. red cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp. tarragon
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cumin
1/2 can tomato paste

1
Warm oil in large pot (4 quart or more).
2
Add the onion, carrot and green pepper; cook for about 2 minutes, then add the oregano, black pepper, red pepper, tarragon, salt and cumin.
3
Stir, then add kidney beans and cook for about 5 minutes at low heat, stirring constantly.
4
Add the 4 cups of water; increase the heat to high and cook until the water boils.
5
Stir in the rice, tomato paste and chicken bouillon, then lower the heat to low and cook for about 40 minutes.
6
Stir to fluff rice after 20 minutes.
7
To ensure rice is done, stick a spoon into the rice.
8
If the spoon stays upright, the rice is done.

692

kcal

Calories

Fat

109

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. long grain rice, 4 c. water, 1 medium onion, cut small, 1 carrot, cut small, and more.

Yes, Rice And Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Rice And Beans

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