1/2 c. sliced green onions
1 med. green pepper
1 clove garlic
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 1/2 c. quick cooking brown rice
2 1/2 c. chicken broth
3/4 tsp. oregano
15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
4 oz. fully cooked ham, cut into bite size pieces (1 c.)
2 med. tomatoes, chopped

In large saucepan, cook green onions, pepper strips and garlic in hot oil for 1 minute. Add uncooked rice, cook and stir for 2 minutes more. Stir in broth, beans, ham and oregano. Bring to boiling, reduce heat. Cook for time on rice package directions or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in tomato pieces.

Serves 4.