Pantry Beans and Rice

MATERIALS

Makes 4-6 servings

• 1 cup brown rice, uncooked

• 3 cans black beans, drained

• 1 can diced tomatoes and green chiles (aka Rotel)

• 1/2 can corn, drained

• 1 tbsp chili powder

• 2 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp salt or to taste

• Serve with:

  • Tortilla chips

  • Guacamole

  • Salsa

  • Greens

  • Lime juice

PROCEDURE

Prep:  Cook brown rice according to package directions. 

1. Add beans, diced tomatoes and green chiles, corn, and spices to skillet and warm over medium heat.

2.  Assemble as desired. Mix in brown rice, serve over greens, serve with guac and salsa, etc.

Variation

Sub quinoa for the brown rice.

THE RUNDOWN

Do you ever have those days when you get home and realize you don't have any fresh ingredients, don't feel like cooking and definitely don't feel like going to the store? This recipe is the perfect solution and only requires a well stocked pantry. 

This is basically the no chopping version of the Burrito Bowl.

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