Black Beans and Rice
This easy Black Beans and Rice recipe is a quick, flavorful side dish made in one pan with canned beans, tender veggies, and simple pantry staples! The post Black Beans and Rice appeared first on Budget Bytes.
If you’ve got the main dish sorted but no idea what to serve with it, this easy Black Beans and Rice is the one to bookmark! I’m always amazed at how much flavor you can get from a few simple and affordable ingredients. Tender rice, soft black beans, sweet bell pepper, and plenty of garlic and cumin make this SO much more exciting than a scoop of plain rice. Everything comes together in one pan with canned beans (so no soaking), and at just $0.94 per serving, it’s a tasty addition to dinner that won’t put a dent in your grocery budget!
A Little More Exciting Than Plain Rice
Our Louisiana style red beans and rice is a classic, but starting with dried beans means soaking and a much longer cooking time. This black beans and rice takes a much easier route! I sauté the onion and bell pepper with cumin and cayenne to build a savory, yet slightly sweet base, then add the garlic, rice and vegetable broth. Once the rice is tender, I gently stir in the canned black beans and let everything warm through. There’s no separate pot of rice, no lengthy simmer, and lots of delicious flavor.
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