Mexican Combo

This recipe started out as "black beans and rice" but evolved one night when I was out of the more classic ingredients for that dish. We're not sure what this is..other than a one-dish delish!

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  lb smoked sausage, sliced 1/2 inch thick pieces
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup red bell peppers or 1⁄2 cup orange bell pepper, chopped
• 1  small onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
• 2  large green chilies, chopped
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (15 ounce) can  refried black beans
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1  tablespoon  balsamic vinegar
• 1  teaspoon oregano
• 2  teaspoons cumin
• 1  teaspoon red chili pepper
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 2  cups cooked brown rice
• 1  cup  shredded monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend

Directions

1. Cook the sausage pieces in a 3-qt. dutch oven over medium heat until lightly browned and warmed through. Remove the sausage to a plate and place aside.
2. Add the olive oil to the pan and saute the onion, peppers, and garlic until tender.
3. Add the next 7 ingredients and the sausage. Adjust salt to taste.
4. Simmer 20 minutes.
5. Serve over rice; top with shredded cheese.