Easy Black Beans and Rice

Very tasty, enjoyed by both adults and toddlers. We added some frozen corn, a chopped-up mango, and some cilantro from a tube. Yummy!

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Most of the time, when I serve a recipe without meat, the family really complains. So, to please them, I sauteed some smoked sausage with the vegetables before adding the rice. After the spices were added at the end, the white rice took on the greenish yellow color of the cumin and curry with the black beans mixed in, so at first everyone just stared at their plate and didn't know what to expect. Well, after the first bite, there was no doubt - everyone loved it! There were no left overs. Next time I'm going to make it my way - no meat! I'll be sure to serve some meat on the side for the rest of the family. Thanks for sharing this delicious and healthy recipe.

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This was easy and Yummy! I really liked the addition of the currey powder. That gave it a very unique and delicious flavor! I did use a quinoa/wild rice blend rather than straight white rice. I also used a combination of black, kidney and garbanzo beans. Left out the onion (I was out) but tripled the garlic....Mmmmm! Never too much garlic. Thanks for the great recipe! Will be in my regular rotation! Everyone loved it! Served with a spinach salad and homemade whole wheat bread.

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Rita, this is a wonderful one dish meal. My husband and I enjoyed this so much. I made as directed. He ate with fresh salsa. I wrapped mine in a flour tortilla with shredded lettuce, chopped fresh tomato and salsa. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe, Rita! I will definitely serve this one again!

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I used brown basmati rice as that's my preferred rice even though it takes quite a bit longer to cook. This rice dish is delish! Uncomplicated and simple to make, it will be a staple in my weekends without kids cookbook (they're not fans of black beans). Next time I'll separate out some prepared rice before adding beans so they can try it too. Thanks for posting this lovely recipe Rita! Made and enjoyed for team Mischief Makers - ZWT #7. :)

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This is so easy and tasty, nice and spicy and with a comfort food style. I had to add a tad more broth to the rice, but then again, I did peek, a big no no in rice! Made for ZWT, Shady Ladies and sent this recipe straight to best of 2011. Yummmmm.

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As you can see from the photo, I chopped the pepper too big. This certain is good, and more than easy to make. I'd love to try this with brown rice. Thanks for posting! Made for ZWT Witchin Kitchen.

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Fabulous! For those who are wondering, 4 cups equals about 2 cans of black beans. I used a roasted red pepper from a jar. I didn't have vegetable broth so used chicken stock instead. Added some salt to taste. Thanks for posting!

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Easy to make and delicious! I also used brown rice instead and when I got to the very last step of adding spices, I discovered that I didn't have any CUMIN! So I substituted chili powder instead, left out the curry, and added oregano; it still turned out great. I have since purchased cumin and plan to make it as is!

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This is a great and yummy recipe ! I made it with brown rice (because I'm kinda on a health kick) and because of that I had to cook it about 10 minutes longer before adding the beans and spices. However, the finished product was excellent! I will definitely be adding this to my dinner repetoire!

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This was easy and turned out well. It was a bit spicy, but not too much. I used half a red pepper and half a green pepper. Oddly, I did have vegetable broth to use up, but typically I would probably use chicken broth instead. I didn't measure the beans, but used 2 cans, which I think is nearly 4 cups.

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This is really good for as quick and easy as it was. I omitted the cumin because hubby is allergic. I also had to add a bit more water than the recipe called for. Otherwise great.

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Was looking for a quick meal and this fit the bill. Very simple and quick to make. This was Great and satisfying. Loved the flavor of the curry and cumin in the rice. Thank You for sharing.

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This was very good. I used brown rice and only 2 cups of black beans and although it was a little spicy for my taste I will definitely make again! Also when I entered it into WW recipe builder it came up as 2 points per serving. If I'm wrong please let me know

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Super fast and easy, very tasty!

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Good, basic beans and rice recipe.

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I have made this twice now and really like it. The second time I made it, I left out the beans and it was still very good. Thanks for an easy and versatile recipe.

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Really good. I halved the cayenne pepper because my wife doesn't like too much heat, and since I had no curry powder I added 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard powder. I only had a green pepper, but next time I will use red and add a can of chopped green chili's

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We loved this! We served it as a side dish and made just as directed. My DH mixed some jalapeno with his (he loved it that way), but I thought it was perfect just as it was. Thanks, Rita!!

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I loved this! I originally planned to serve as a side dish but after a taste decided it would be substantial enough to be the main course. My carnivore BF didn't even miss the meat. I did use chicken broth since I didn't have any veg on hand. Easy, cheap and filling! Thanks.

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