Black Beans and Rice
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Simple, comforting, and packed with flavor, this Black Beans and Rice recipe is a weeknight staple you’ll keep coming back to. It’s hearty enough to stand on its own and flexible enough to serve alongside your favorite protein. 
Ingredients:
This classic combo never goes out of style, especially when it’s this easy! Thanks to Allrecipes for the inspiration. Got a go-to dish that hits the same spot? Don’t keep it to yourself, drop it in the Cooking & Recipes forum!
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Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup uncooked white rice
- 1½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3½ cups canned black beans, drained
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 4 minutes.
- Stir in the rice and cook for 2 minutes to lightly toast.
- Add the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- Stir in the black beans, cumin, and cayenne. Cook for a few more minutes until beans are heated through.
- Serve warm, as a main or side.
This classic combo never goes out of style, especially when it’s this easy! Thanks to Allrecipes for the inspiration. Got a go-to dish that hits the same spot? Don’t keep it to yourself, drop it in the Cooking & Recipes forum!
