EASY BLACK BEANS AND YELLOW RICE 
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 med. onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3 (15 oz.) cans black beans (divided use)
1 pkg. yellow rice mix, cooked according to pkg. directions
Optional garnishes: Cilantro leaves, chopped hard cooked eggs, salsa
Sliced green onions
Orange slices

Heat oil in large saucepan and saute onion and garlic over medium-high heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Lower heat and add 1 can of black beans (undrained); heat through.

Mash bens with potato masher to make a thick mixture. Add the remaining cans of beans (undrained) and simmer for 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook rice according to package directions. Serve beans over rice i bowls. Garnish as desired. Makes 4 servings.

Note: If you like a lot of rice, cook 2 packages.

 

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