EASY CONGRI

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This take on traditional congri, a Cuban rice and bean dish, includes bacon and ham for even more flavor.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Recipes

Time 25m

Yield Makes 8 servings, about 1/2 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, chopped
2 slices OSCAR MAYER Smoked Ham, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green peppers
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz.) red kidney beans, undrained
2 cups cooked white rice
1/4 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

Steps:

Cook bacon, ham, onions, green peppers and garlic in large skillet on medium-high heat until bacon is crisp.
Add beans with their liquid, the rice, oregano and black pepper; stir. Bring to boil.
Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 5 min., stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 320 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 8 g