Rice and Beans

Ingredients

• •2 cups Rice
• •4 cups Water
• •1 teaspoon Salt
• •1 tablespoon Olive oil
• •1 to taste Black beans
• •1 to taste Onions
• •1 to taste Garlic
• •1 to taste Cumin
• •1 to taste Oregano
• •1 to taste Chicken broth

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients. Wash, chop, and measure as needed.

   💡 Mise en place - prepare everything before cooking.

2. 2

   Heat a large pan over medium-high heat. Add oil and allow to shimmer.

   💡 Properly heated pan prevents sticking.

3. 3

   Add rice and toast for 2 minutes. Add measured liquid (water or broth) and bring to boil. Cover and simmer on low heat.

   💡 Don't overcrowd the pan for best results.

4. 4

   Add seasonings and sauce. Simmer until flavors meld.

   💡 Low heat allows flavors to develop.

5. 5

   Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve immediately.

   💡 Fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon brighten any dish.

6. 6

   Adjust seasoning and serve hot.

   💡 Taste and adjust salt last.