Amy's Spicy Beans and Rice

Black, red or pinto beans are baked with jalapeno chile peppers and spices, and served atop hot brown rice.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 96 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups water
• ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon chili powder, or to taste
• black pepper to taste
• ½ cup uncooked brown rice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin, or to taste
• 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, undrained
• 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
• 2 fresh green onions, chopped
• ½ (2 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

In a saucepan bring the water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 40 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, pour beans into a 2 quart casserole. Sprinkle with jalapenos, cumin, chili powder and black pepper.

Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese, green onions and olives. Bake for 5 to 10 minutes more.

Step 5

Serve beans over cooked rice.