1canblack beans strained and canning liquids reserved
1tbspvinegar (white wine, red wine, apple cider, or rice wine)
1dried bay leaf
1cupof dry/uncooked white rice
¾cupcanning liquid from beans
1 ¼cupwater
salt to taste
Instructions
Heat a medium/large saucepan over medium heat. Add olive oil and sauté onion and green pepper until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Then add garlic and sauté another minute until fragrant. Next, add the tomato paste, oregano, cumin, black pepper, beans, vinegar, and bay leaf stirring gently to combine. Cook uncovered for 5 minutes.
Add rice, reserved can liquid, water, and stir well to combine. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer. Let simmer for 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked, stirring occasionally.