With protein-rich kidney beans and white rice, this dish is a complete vegetarian meal.
1 Tbs. olive oil 1 C. chopped onion 1 green bell pepper, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp. salt 4 Tbs. tomato paste 1 15.25 oz. can kidney beans, drained with liquid reserved 1 C. uncooked white rice
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion, bell pepper and garlic. When onion is translucent add salt and tomato paste. Reduce heat to low and cook 2 minutes. Stir in the beans and rice. Pour the liquid from the beans into a large measuring C. and add enough water to reach a volume of 2 1/2 C.; pour into beans. Cover and cook on low for 45 to 50 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked.
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