TROPICAL BEANS AND BROWN RICE

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TROPICAL BEANS AND BROWN RICE

 

1 cup of dried Red Kidney Beans

2 cups brown rice

2 Tbs of oil, butter, or margarine

1 medium onion, sliced

1 clove garlic

1 cup coconut milk

4 cups water (or more coconut milk)

Salt and pepper to taste

 

Soak beans until double in size. Boil until tender with the

garlic.

 

Add 1 cup of coconut milk, onion, and seasonings.

Cook until the liquid is thick.

 

Bring the 4 cups of water or additional coconut milk to a

boil.

 

Add oil, a pinch of salt, and rice. Cover, reduce to a low

heat and cook until the liquid is absorbed, about 30-35

minutes.

 

Put the cooked rice and beans together in one pot and mix

thoroughly.

 

Serve together with corn bread for a hearty meal.

 

 

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