Speedy Black Beans and Mexican Rice

Ingredients

• 15 oz black beans rinsed drained canned
• 4.4 oz chiles green chopped canned
• 2 servings toppings: cream diced shredded sour
• 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
• 8.8 oz mexican rice ready-to-serve

Equipment

• bowl
• microwave

Directions

1. Cook rice according to package directions.
2. Combine black beans and green chiles in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at HIGH 90 seconds. Stir in rice and cilantro.
3. Serve immediately with desired toppings.
4. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Rice-A-Roni Express
5. Heat &
6. Serve Mexican Rice.
7. Mexican Beef 'n' Rice: Substitute 1 lb. cooked lean ground beef for black beans. Substitute 1 cup salsa for green chiles. Prepare recipe as directed omitting toppings.
8. Serve with corn chips or in lettuce leaves, if desired. Makes 4 servings.