1 lg. onion, chopped
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 can plum tomatoes, cut up
1 c. Pace picante sauce
1 can garbanzo beans, rinsed
1 can black beans, rinsed
1/2 tsp. thyme leaves
1/4 tsp. basil leaves
3 oz. pepperoni, cut up (optional)
Grated Provolone, Romano or Parmesan
1 clove minced garlic
3 c. water
2 cans beef or chicken broth
1/2 c. raw rice
1 can kidney beans, rinsed
1 green pepper, chopped
1/2 tsp. oregano leaves
8 oz. can corn kernels
1/4 c. chopped cilantro (optional)

Cook onion and garlic in oil until soft. Add water, tomatoes, sauce, rice and broth. Simmer 15 minutes. Stir in beans, green pepper and seasonings. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in corn and cilantro and pepperoni. Heat and serve with cheese to 8-10.