Puerto Rican Red Beans And Rice

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When we lived in puerto rico, this was a favorite meal. We're back in the states now, but when i make red beans and rice it transports me back to la isla del encanto! It can be eaten as a meal itself or with a simple salad.

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Steps

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Over medium heat , heat oil in a large saucepan.

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Add ham , chorizo , onion and green pepper , garlic and cumin.

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Saut until vegetables are tender.

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Add beans , tomato sauce and tabasco sauce.

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Simmer for 5 minutes.

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Add in remaining ingredients and 4 cups water.

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Bring to boil.

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Reduce heat , cover and simmer until rice is tender.

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Ingredients

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lean ham, onion, green bell pepper, chorizo sausage, olive oil, garlic, ground cumin, red kidney beans, tomato sauce, tabasco sauce, white rice, salt