1/2 c. onions, sliced
1 med. green peppers
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. cooking oil
2 1/2 c. quick cooking brown rice
2 1/2 c. chicken broth
1 (15 oz.) can black or red kidney beans, rinsed & drained
1 (4 oz.) cooked ham, about 1 cup
3/4 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
2 med. tomatoes, chopped

In large saucepan, cook green onions 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 as directed on rice box or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in tomato pieces. For fresh look serve on a bed of spinach and top with chopped avocados.