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south-of-the-border rice & beans

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Ellen Gwaltney Bales
@Starwriter
Indianapolis, IN

Here's a simple stove-top recipe that is both healthy and satisfying--lots of protein and low in fat and calories. What's not to like? Recipe & photo: heinzketchup.com

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For south-of-the-border rice & beans

  • 1 Tbsp
    vegetable oil
  • 1 c
    chopped onion
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp
    chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp
    finely chopped fresh oregano
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    pepper
  • 1 c
    uncooked rice
  • 2 1/2 c
    tomato juice
  • 1 can
    black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 c
    corn kernels
  • 1/2 c
    heinz tomato ketchup
  • 2 Tbsp
    chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 Tbsp
    lime juice

How To Make south-of-the-border rice & beans

  • 1
    Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook for 4 minutes.
  • 2
    Stir in the rice and tomato juice and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover tightly. Simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
  • 3
    Fluff rice with fork and increase heat to medium.
  • 4
    Stir in the beans, corn, and ketchup. Cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in fresh parsley and lime juice.
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