Black Beans and Rice

Originating in the Caribbean, the combination of black beans and rice is one that goes back many centuries. When the brilliant white rice is served separate to the dark black beans, the dish is known as Moros y Cristianos, an allusion to the wars between the Moors and Christians. When the rice and beans are combined, the dish is known as congri. At its base, a wonderfully smoky pork flavor along with onions and garlic and a hint of vinegar and bay leaf make this an authentic taste of the Caribbean. Available in 8 oz. (227 g) package.

Cooking Directions

On the Stove

Bring 2 and 2/3 cups of water, 2 tablespoons butter to a boil in a medium saucepan. For a more authentic flavor, substitute olive oil for butter. Stir in rice mix, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand about 5 minutes. Stir before serving.

In the Microwave

Combine 2 and 2/3 cups hot water (for thinner sauce - add additional 1/4 cup hot water), 2 tablespoon butter, and contents of black beans and rice mix in a 3 quart microwave-safe dish. For a more authentic flavor, substitute olive oil for butter. Cover and microwave on high for 20 minutes. Stir. Let stand covered for 5 minutes. If your microwave does not have variable settings follow your manufacturer's directions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Per Container About 4

Serving Size 2 oz. dry rice mix (57g / 1/3 cup dry rice and black beans and 1/2 tsp dry seasoning)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 Calories From Fat 10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g				2%
Saturated Fat 0g				1%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg				0%
Sodium 900mg				37%
Potassium 45mg				1%
Total Carbohydrate 37g				12%
Dietary Fiber 5g				21%
Sugars 0g
Protein 7g
Vitamin A 8% • Vitamin C 0% • Calcium 4% • Iron 10% • Thiamin 8% • Riboflavin 0% • Niacin 6% • Folic Acid 10% •

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients:
Enriched Long Grain Rice [Rice, Niacin, Iron (Ferric Orthophosphate), Thiamin (Thiamin Mononitrate), Folic Acid], Black Beans, Seasoning [Salt, Natural Flavorings, Vinegar Powder, Pinto Beans, Monosodium Glutamate, Modified Corn Starch, Bacon [Cured with Water, Salt, Sugar, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Erythorbate, Sodium Nitrite], Corn Starch, Maltodextrin, Palm Oil, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Smoke Flavor, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil, Beef Extract, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Sesame Seed Oil, Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate, Alpha Tocopherol [Preservative]). CONTAINS: SOY

Other Information

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Allergy

No Preservatives	Yes
Gluten Free	Yes
MSG Free	No

US Food & Drug Administration Labeled Allergens

Crustacean Shellfish	No
Milk	No
Fish	No
Eggs	No
Peanuts	No
Tree Nuts	No
Soy	Yes
Wheat	No

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