Quick, Southern Style Red Beans And Rice

Quick, Southern Style Red Beans And Rice

Recipe name:
Quick, Southern Style Red Beans And Rice

Recipe category:
Beans And Grains

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Recipe detials:
Beans and Grains

Ingredients
6	each	bacon, slices
2	each	onions
1	each	garlic, clove
1	cup	beef broth
1	cup	rice, raw
1	teaspoon	thyme
1	teaspoon	salt
1	each	bell pepper
2	cup	kidney beans
Directions:
Cut bacon into 1 inch pieces. Cut onions into 1/2 inch wedges. Mince garlic clove. Dice bell pepper. Drain beans. Cook bacon in 10 inch skillet over medium heat until browned but not crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon from skillet; drain off all but 2 tablespoons drippings. Add onion and garlic to skillet; cook until onion is tender but not brown, about 5 minutes. Add enough water to beef broth to make 2 1/2 cups. Add to skillet and bring to a boil. Stir in rice, bacon, thyme and salt. Cover tightly and simmer 15 minutes. Add green pepper, cover and continue cooking 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in beans. Let stand covered until all liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.

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