Black Beans
1 lb dried black beans - rinsed and picked through
4 cups chicken broth
1 small onion - diced
1 small bell pepper- diced
1.5 Tbsp cumin
1 Tbsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder (or 4 minced garlic cloves)
1 bay leaf
1/4 cup tomato paste
1 tsp salt (optional, to taste)
1. Add everything but the salt to the Instant Pot. You will salt after cooking.
2. Cook on high pressure for 35 minutes and allow natural release for 20 minutes.
3. Add salt and adjust as needed.
Yellow Rice
1 cup white rice (can use brown, but not as good)
2 cups water
3/4 tsp turmeric
1/4 tsp cumin
3/4 tsp salt
2 cups water
olive oil
1. Add rice, olive oil and spices to a pan and cook briefly to toast the spices.
2. Add the water and cook 20 minutes (or according to package direction for brown rice)
Serve black beans and rice with your favorite toppings. Avocado, cheese, greek yogurt, chicken, etc.
