Spanish Rice with Pinto Beans Recipe
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 yellow onion diced
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 green or any color bell pepper diced
- 2 cups uncooked white rice
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup salsa any brand
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 14 oz cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup white cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- To a large deep pan on the stove over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add in the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Let cook together, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the rice, seasonings, salsa, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, and pinto beans. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and let simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender. If the liquid line gets too low, add in 1/2 cup more broth or water as needed.
- Once the rice is tender, stir in the shredded cheese.
- Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!