Easy Black Beans and Rice

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves minced garlic
• 2 16-ounce cans of black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons white vinegar
• A few dashes of Tabasco or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano OR 1 heaping tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional Lime wedges and cilantro for garnish

Directions

1. Prepare the rice following the package directions. For white rice, that generally means about 15 minutes of cooking after the water reaches a simmer, followed by 10 minutes off the heat to rest.
2. Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the onions and bell peppers, and cook for 3-4 minutes, just until they start to soften. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Add the black beans, vinegar, and Tabasco or cayenne. Let the vinegar come to a simmer, then lower the heat, cover the skillet, and cook for 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the rice and oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.