Tonights meal had significantly more flavor to it! It was Skillet Rie & Beans! I love recipes that only call for 5 ingredients… especially if one of them is water! I was a little nervous after last nights meal which was fine, and I’d try again, but this had a LOT more flavor…

1 can (16oz) Black Beans, rinsed & drained

2 10 oz cans of Rotel Mexican style tomatoes (see picture) – I bought mine at cub in the italian aisle.

2 cups Mixed Vegetables (corn, peas, green beans, lima beans)

1/2 cup salsa (Ortega medium)

2 cups brown rice (instant)

In a pot, or nonstick skillet combine the beans, tomatoes (with juice), vegetables and salsa. Add 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil.

Meanwhile microwave the instant brown rice in a microwave safe container. – if you followed the recipe out of the book it had you putting the rice in the mixture, but i’m a time saver kind of gal. 7 minutes in the microwave, and i’ve got dinner on the table! WOOT!!!!

Combine, and bon appetite!