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Black Beans and Rice

This hearty black bean and rice dish is cooked in a crock pot. Serve it as a side dish or as the main course with a fresh green salad.

 
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Black beans are not only high in protein and fiber, but they are also a good source of iron. In addition, the vitamin C provided by the tomatoes will increase the absorption of the iron in the black beans.

This recipe is heart healthy.

Yield: 6 servings

  • 1 pound dried black beans (2 cups), rinsed
  • 1 large white onion, chopped
  • 1 large green bell pepper, chopped
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups chopped deseeded tomatoes
  • 5 cups water
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 small jalapeno peppers, deseeded and chopped
  • 3 cups cooked brown rice
  • Mix all ingredients (except rice) in 3 ½- quart (or larger) crock-pot. Cover and cook on high for 6 to 8 hours or until beans are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Serve over ½ cup brown rice (per serving).

    Nutrition Facts (per serving): Calories: 212, Fat: 1 gram, Saturated fat: 0, Cholesterol: 0, Sodium: 6 mg, Total Carbohydrate: 43 grams, Fiber: 8 grams, Protein: 8 grams

      Last Reviewed: October 2008
     
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