Spicy Rice and Black-Eyed Peas

From Eat Better America. Sounds yummy--here for safekeeping.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup  instant rice (uncooked)
• 1  cup green bell pepper (chopped)
• 1  tablespoon oregano leaves (fresh or 1 tsp dried)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon  ground red pepper (cayenne)
• 1⁄2 cup onion (chopped)
• 1  garlic clove, finely chopped
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can stewed tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15 -16 ounce) can black-eyed peas, drained

Directions

1. In 10-inch skillet, heat all ingredients to boiling, breaking up tomatoes and stirring frequently; reduce heat.
2. Cover; simmer about 10 minutes or until liquid is almost absorbed.