Zippy Beans and Rice

• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (10 ounce) candiced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 34 cup water
• 1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped*
• 1 teaspoon salt (optional)
• 1 cup instant rice or 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
• 1 green onion, sliced

1. In a skillet, combine the beans, tomatoes, corn, water, jalapeno and salt if desired.
2. Bring to a boil; stir in rice.
3. Cover and remove from the heat.
4. Let stand for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
5. Sprinkle with onion.
6. Yield: 6 servings.

black beans, tomatoes, frozen corn, water, jalapeno pepper, salt, instant rice, green onion

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/zippy-beans-and-rice-275655 (may not work)