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    Spicy Beans and Rice


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    "Nana" to Bubbe & Alex

    1 1/2 cups water
    1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
    2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, undrained
    2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
    1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
    1 tablespoon chili powder, or to taste
    black pepper to taste
    1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
    2 fresh green onions, chopped
    1/2 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained

    1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
    2. In a saucepan bring the water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 40 minutes.
    3. Meanwhile, pour beans into a 2 quart casserole. Sprinkle with jalapenos, cumin, chili powder and black pepper.
    4. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese, green onions and olives. Bake for 5 to 10 minutes more.
    5. Serve beans over cooked rice.
    Makes 6 servings


 

 

 

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