Red Beans and Rice
This healthy recipe comes from NDSU Extension Service.
Ingredients
• 1 Tbsp. salad oil
• 1 c. chopped onions
• 1/2 c. chopped celery
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 15.5 oz. can kidney beans
• 2-4 tsp. chili powder (to taste)
• 2 c. diced lean ham
• 1/2 c. rice, uncooked
Directions
Heat oil in 3-quart saucepan. Add onions, celery and garlic; cook until onions are clear. Drain beans; reserve liquid. Add enough water to liquid to measure 3 cups. Add liquid and remaining ingredients to saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 25 minutes until rice has absorbed the liquid.
Makes 4 servings.
Per Serving: about 325 calories, 7.5 grams (g) of fat, 41 g carbohydrate,and 5.3 g protein.
