JAGASITA (PORTUGUESE RICE)

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My Mom made this w/many variations of beans & even green peas. I love it and always make it. My son now makes it for his fam.

Provided by Gayle Barr

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 c long grain white rice
4 c water
1 medium onion
2 Tbsp oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1 can(s) beans lima, cranberry bean, pinto, black, kidney, green peas)
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp paprika, sweet mild

Steps:

  • 1. Bring water, salt, pepper, paprika to boil. Meanwhile Brown onion w/rinsed beans in oil. Add to water w/butter. Stir & bring to boil. Lower heat stir, cover and simmer on low 30mn. (i use long grain brown rice and simmer 30mn longer).

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