* Exported from MasterCook *

                      Easy Black Beans and Rice

Recipe By     : Pillsbury Fast & Healthy J/A'98 - Sue B
Serving Size  : 4     Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Sides 7 Points Per Serving

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  1 1/2           cups  brown rice -- uncooked, instant
  15            ounces  canned black beans -- rinsed and drained
  14 1/2        ounces  stewed tomatoes -- Mexican style, undrained
  2        tablespoons  taco seasoning mix -- 40% less sodium

In medium saucepan, bring 1 3/4 cups water to a boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat to low; 
cover and simmer 10 minutes or until water is absorbed. 
Meanwhile, in another medium saucepan, combine black beans, tomatoes and taco seasoning mix. 
Bring to a boil. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
To serve, spoon bean mixture over rice. If desired, garnish each serving with nonfat sour 
cream and chopped fresh cilantro. 

Description:
  "7 Points Per Serving"

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Per serving: 381 Calories (kcal); 3g Total Fat; (6% calories from fat); 12g Protein; 
76g Carbohydrate; 0mg Cholesterol; 455mg Sodium
Food Exchanges: 4 1/2 Grain Starch); 1/2 Lean Meat; 1 Vegetable; 0 Fruit; 1/2 Fat; 
0 Other Carbohydrates

NOTES : For a milder version, simply use less seasoning mix.