REFRIED BEANS AND RICE

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Provided by internetnut

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 ounce taco seasoning
3/4 cup water
16 ounces kidney beans, rinsed and drained
14 1/2 ounces stewed tomatoes
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup uncooked instant rice
16 ounces refried beans
shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
chopped green onion (optional)

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add taco seasoning and water. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add the kidney beans, tomatoes and tomato sauce.
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add rice. Cover and let stand 5 minutes or until rice is tender. Drop rounded spoonfuls of refried beans over rice; heat through. Garnish with cheese and onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.9, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 43.1, Sodium 649.3, Carbohydrate 33.7, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 5.4, Protein 18.6