1 tbsp. butter
1/2 medium green pepper, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 can (14 1/2 oz.) beef broth
1 can (15 1/2 oz.) red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 tbsp. Cajun seasoning
2 cups MINUTE® White Rice, uncooked
Hot pepper sauce (optional)

Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat. Add bell peppers and onions; cook and stir until crisp-tender.

Add broth, beans and hot pepper sauce; stir. Bring to boil.

Stir in rice; cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min. Fluff with fork. Serve with pepper sauce, if desired.

Serving Suggestion: To turn this dish into a quick meal, add 2 cups diced ham or cooked sausage at the same time as the broth.

Serves 6.

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Submitted by: Minute Rice