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Red Beans and Rice




List of Ingredients



• 1 1/2 cups onion,chopped
  
• 5 garlic cloves,sliced
  
• 1 15oz can red kidney beans-rinsed and drained
  
• 1 15oz can pink beans - rinsed and drained
  
• 1 bay leaf
  
• 1 tsp oregano
  
• 2 tbs chili powder [to taste]
  
• 1 tsp ground cumin
  
• 1 tsp coriander
  
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes [to taste]
  
• 1 cup tomato juice
  
• 1 cup cooked rice. [I use white]
  
• salsa
  
• GARNISHES
  
• scallions--chopped
  
• Fat Free Sour Cream
  
• cilantro [optional]
  






Instructions



1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
   
2. Add garlic and onion and let it cook for a moment until the onions are translucent and the garlic is browned lightly,do not burn.[ Will taste bitter.]
   
3. Add the beans and bay leaf. Stir a couple of times and then add the oregano,dash of salt and the spices.
   
4. Add the tomato juice and cook for a few moments. If it gets dry, add a little water.
   
5. Add cooked rice and cilantro [or your favorite herb]
   
6. Garnish with scallions and sour cream
   






Final Comments


Serves 6