BLACK BEANS 'N' RICE

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"A co-worker who was born in Cuba helped me perfect the recipe for this hearty dish," reports Helen Simms of Lyons, Michigan. "Now it's one of our family's favorites. It's also a great way to use up leftover holiday ham."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound dried black beans, rinsed
7 cups water
1 cup diced fully cooked lean ham
5 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/4 teaspoons pepper
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • Place beans in a Dutch oven or soup kettle; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid., Return to the pan. Add 7 cups water, ham, garlic, pepper, cumin, salt, bay leaf and liquid smoke if desired. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours or until beans are tender., Meanwhile, in a saucepan, bring broth and rice to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender., Just before serving, discard bay leaf from bean mixture; add vinegar and oil. Serve over rice. Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese, 1 tablespoon red pepper and 1 teaspoon jalapenos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 843mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Joseph mezie
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I'm not a big fan of black beans, but this recipe changed my mind. The beans were cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Florence Lawrence
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This is my go-to recipe for black beans and rice. It's simple, but it's always a crowd-pleaser.


kaitlyn cooper
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've made it with different types of beans and rice, and I've even added different vegetables. It's always delicious.


Md Arzu
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This recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a healthy and filling dish.


Asteroid Gaming
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new recipes to try. This black beans and rice recipe is a great addition to my repertoire. It's easy to make and it's packed with flavor.


Konami Tv
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This was the first time I've ever made black beans and rice, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Shumirai Chirume
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This recipe was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the beans and rice, and they kept asking me for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this again.


Zoe Davis
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This recipe was okay. The beans and rice were cooked well, but the flavors were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll try adding more spices next time.


Nihilistic Nerd
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were disappointing. The beans were undercooked and the rice was mushy. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Danielle Vios
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This was a great recipe! The beans and rice were cooked perfectly and the flavors were very good. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Grace LC
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The beans and rice were cooked perfectly and the flavors were spot-on. I especially liked the addition of the cumin and chili powder. This recipe is a keeper!


Doneel Ritess
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This recipe was so easy to follow and the results were amazing! The beans were cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I loved the combination of the black beans and the rice, and the spices added just the right amount of heat. I will