Ingredients

  • 1 c. water
  • 1/2 c. picante sauce
  • 1/2 c. sliced green onions
  • 1 1/2 c. uncooked instant rice
  • 1 can (16 oz.) pinto beans
  • 1 Tbsp. canned jalapeno pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. cumin (optional)
  • 1 medium tomato, cut in wedges

Method

  • Combine water, picante sauce and onions in a 2-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Stir in rice, beans, pepper and cumin.
  • Cover.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Let stand 10 minutes.
  • (Note: Drain and rinse beans.)
  • Before serving, fluff rice with a fork. Garnish with tomato wedges.