Rice 'N' Beans Fiesta Bowls

10/1/2002

1/2 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/2–inch

thick slices

1 medium onion, chopped

1 medium green bell pepper, chopped

1 15 to 16-ounce can black beans, drained and

rinsed

1 14.5-ounce can roasted garlic diced

tomatoes

1 5-ounce package saffron rice mix, prepared

according to package directions

Cook's note: Individual rice bowls may be stored in the freezer up to one month. To reheat frozen rice bowls, cook on high in the microwave oven 5 to 7 minutes, or until heated through. Let stand in the microwave 1 to 2 minutes.

Cook sausage, onion, and green pepper in large skillet over medium-high heat until sausage is browned and vegetables are tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Add beans, tomatoes, and rice. Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until heated through. Divide rice mixture equally into four bowls.

Yield: 4 servings