Refried Beans And Rice

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
• 1 ounce taco seasoning
• 3/4 cup water
• 16 ounces kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 14 1/2 ounces stewed tomatoes
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 1 cup uncooked instant rice
• 16 ounces refried beans
• shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• chopped green onion (optional)

1. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add taco seasoning and water. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add the kidney beans, tomatoes and tomato sauce.
2. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add rice. Cover and let stand 5 minutes or until rice is tender. Drop rounded spoonfuls of refried beans over rice; heat through. Garnish with cheese and onions if desired.

ground beef, onion, green pepper, taco, water, kidney beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, rice, beans, cheddar cheese, green onion

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/refried-beans-and-rice-443385 (may not work)