Caribbean Casserole
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Makes:
10
servings
Total Cost:
$$$$
This quick one skillet casserole dish of beans, bell peppers, tomatoes, and oregano uses instant brown rice to reduce cooking time.
Ingredients
- 1 onion (medium, chopped)
- 1/2 green pepper (diced)
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 can stewed tomatoes, low-sodium (14.5 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon oregano leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 cups brown rice (instant, uncooked)
- 1 can black beans or beans of your choice (16 ounces)
Directions
1. Saute onion and green pepper in canola oil, in a large pan, until tender. Do not brown.
2. Add tomatoes, beans (include liquid from both), oregano, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil.
3. Stir in rice and cover.
4. Reduce heat to simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
Notes
Learn more about:
- Bell Peppers
- Tomatoes
- Onions
US Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health
National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, Heart Healthy Home Cooking: African American Style
