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southwestern rice

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Gretchen Schiddel
@gretchfran
Palatine, IL

This is a nice side dish for just about anything! Good with ribs, chicken, chops- anywhere you want "something different & easy."

(1 rating)
yield 6 (1 cup) servings
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min

Ingredients For southwestern rice

  • 1 c
    converted rice (uncooked)
  • 1 can
    (16oz) black beans, rinsed & drained
  • 1 can
    (8oz) corn, drained
  • 1 pkg
    (1oz) ranch dressing mix
  • 3/4 c
    diced monterey jack cheese
  • 1/2 c
    seeded diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 c
    sliced green onions

How To Make southwestern rice

  • 1
    Cook rice according to package directions-omitting salt. During last 5 minutes of cook time, quickly remove lid and add beans and corn;replace lid immediately. When rice is done, remove saucepan from heat.
  • 2
    Add ranch dressing mix and stir. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • 3
    Stir in cheese, tomatoes and green onions. Serve immediately.
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