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  • Black Beans with Saffron Rice

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    Black Beans with Saffron Rice
    Prep: 30 min Cook: 40 min Servings: 8
    by Joann Mathias
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    Ingredients

    • 1 (16 ounce) package saffron rice
    • 4 (15 ounce) cans black beans, divided
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 1 green pepper, chopped
    • 1 jalapeno pepper, minced
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 (13.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
    • 1 (14 ounce can chicken broth
    • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
    • Garnishes: additional chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream

    Directions

    1. 1. Cook rice according to package directions; keep hot.
    2. 2. Rinse and drain 2 cans beans (do not drain remaining 2 cans).
    3. 3. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and next 3 ingredients; saute 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in beans, tomatoes, and next 6 ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve over hot rice. Garnish, if desired.

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    Reviews

    • Arturo Féliz-Camilo
      Arturo Féliz-Camilo
      yummy!

      Comments

      • John Spottiswood
        John Spottiswood
        This looks really tasty Joann! I'm adding it to my Try Soon folder in my recipe box. Thanks for sharing!

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