Rice And Beans Meal

• 1 (16 oz.) can kidney beans
• 1 clove garlic, peeled
• 1 Tbsp. regular olive oil
• additional oil to cover frying pan
• 2 medium onions
• 1 c. raw rice (can use instant)
• 1 qt. cold water
• 2 c. extra water for rice (approximately)
• salt and pepper to taste

1. Combine 1 quart of cold water and kidney beans in 2-quart saucepan on high heat.
2. When it comes to a boil, add olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper and 1 whole onion and turn down to simmer. Cook approximately 1 hour.
3. In a large skillet, put enough oil to saute 1 medium onion, sliced or diced.
4. Add rice, salt, pepper and 1 cup of cold water.
5. Cover and steam for about 30 minutes, adding rest of water midway, until rice is cooked.
6. Serve rice and beans separately.
7. Great with Italian bread!

kidney beans, clove garlic, regular olive oil, additional oil, onions, rice, cold water, rice, salt

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=869415 (may not work)