Easy Cheesy Red Beans and Rice

Quick and easy vegetarian meal

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons  oil
• 3⁄4 cup green bell pepper, diced
• 1⁄2 cup onion, diced
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1  bay leaf
• 1 -2  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper
• 1 (15 ounce) can  diced chili ready tomatoes (do not drain)
• 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (do not drain) or 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (do not drain)
• 4  cups cooked brown rice
• 1  cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
•  sour cream (to garnish)

Directions

1. In large skillet heat oil on medium heat. Add green peppers, onions and garlic. Cook until tender.
2. Add salt, pepper, bayleaf, diced tomatoes and beans. Simmer 20 minutes on low.
3. Remove bay leaf, mash about 1/2 of the beans and tomatoes.
4. Add rice, stir until combined.
5. Sprinkle on cheddar cheese, cover and allow to cook on low until cheese is melted.