Frugal and Energy Efficient Living

American Style Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans
1 (about 15 ounce) can tomato sauce
4 1/2 cups water, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1 pinch dried thyme or Italian Seasoning
salt and pepper to taste
5 teaspoons adobo seasoning, divided *
2 cups uncooked white rice

Directions

In a large saucepan combine olive oil, kidney beans, tomato sauce, 1/2 cup water, oregano, basil, thyme, salt, pepper and 2 teaspoons adobo. Simmer on low heat.
Meanwhile, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked and all liquid is absorbed. Stir in remaining 3 teaspoons adobo. Serve beans over the rice.