Brown Rice And Black Bean Casserole

Ingredients

• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 1 green pepper, diced
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can low-sodium stewed tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano leaves
• 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 cup instant uncooked brown rice
• 1 (16 ounce) can black beans or beans of your choice

Method

1. 1 Sauté onion and green pepper in oil in a large pan until tender, being careful not to brown.
2. 2 Add tomatoes, beans with their liquid, oregano, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil.
3. 3 Stir in the rice and cover the pan.
4. 4 Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
5. 5 Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes before serving.