Black Beans and Rice

Cook 2 cups of rice (rice cooker makes this easy)

Ingredients: 2 cans black beans 1 chopped green pepper 1 chopped onion 1 table spoon butter or oil

Spices: 1 Bay leaf 1 tsp black pepper 1 tbl spoon sugar 1 tsp vinegar (or lime juice) 2 tsp cumin (other potential spices: allspice, ginger)

Garnish: Sour creme (optional) Chopped green onion (optional)

Cook onion and green pepper together with butter/oil Add beans and spices Add sausage if using Add spices Cook together about 45 minutes on low, stirring occasionally Serve over the rice, garnish with sour cream and green onion if desired