Quick, southern style red beans and rice

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
6Slices bacon
2Onions
1Garlic clove
1cupBeef broth
1cupRice, raw
1teaspoonThyme
1teaspoonSalt
1Bell pepper
2cupsKidney beans

Directions

ut bacon into 1 inch pieces. Cut Onions into ½ inch wedges. ince Garlic Clove. Dice bell Pepper. Drain Beans. ook bacon in 10 inch skillet over medium heat until browned but not risp, about 5 minutes.

Remove bacon from skillet; drain off all but tablespoons drippings.

Add Onion and Garlic to skillet; cook until nion is tender but not brown, about 5 minutes. Add enough Water to eef broth to make 2½ cups. Add to skillet and bring to a bOil. tir in rice, bacon, thyme and Salt. Cover tightly and simmer 15 inutes. Add Green Pepper, cover and continue cooking 5 minutes. emove from heat. Stir in Beans.

Let stand covered until all liquid s absorbed, about 5 minutes.