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Beaches and Sandals' Rice and Beans
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ingredients
1/2 cup dried kidney beans, soaked overnight, drained
2 cups unsweetened coconut milk
1 1/2 clove garlic, minced
4 scallions, finely chopped
1/2 sprig fresh thyme, finely chopped
1 1/2 cup uncooked rice
1 1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 tablespoon sugar
salt and ground black pepper
directions
In a medium saucepan, combine the drained beans with the coconut milk in a medium saucepan. Cook covered over medium heat until the beans are tender but not mushy, about 1 hour.
Add all the remaining ingredients and cook covered over medium heat until the rice absorbs all the liquid, about 15 minutes. Season and serve.
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reviews & comments
August 20, 2008
coming from the west indies, this is exactally how we cook rice and beans. Perfect recipe