Rice and Black Beans With Peppers and Garlic

Ingredients

• 1 (18 ounce) can black beans

• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 pinch salt
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped fine
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped fine
• 3 assorted bell peppers, chopped with seeds removed (green, yellow, orange)
• olive oil, to saute
• 1 garlic sausage (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Cook rice according to package directions, substituting broth for water.

2. 2

   Saute garlic, onion and pepper in oil. Add sliced sausage if using.

3. 3

   Add beans and liquid to rice and heat through over low heat, stirring frequently.

4. 4

   Serve pepper mixture over rice and beans.