Beans and Rice Dinner

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

4 servings

Updated: Jun. 30, 2023
On cold or rainy days, this comforting beans and rice dish really fills the tummy. Sometimes I use pinto beans instead of kidney beans or white rice instead of brown. Add rolls and a green salad, and dinner is served! —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped
  • 1 medium green pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Directions

  1. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add celery, green pepper and onion; cook and stir until tender.
  2. Stir in tomatoes, beans, rice, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until heated through, 7-9 minutes. Top with cheese, sour cream and green onions.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 354 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 549mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 12g fiber), 15g protein.

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