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black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Kidney beans are more nutritious, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

white rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: parboiled rice

Brown rice is more nutritious, while parboiled rice is budget-friendly.

Rinse the black beans and soak them overnight.

In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onions, garlic, and bell pepper until soft.

Add soaked black beans, cumin, bay leaves, and enough water to cover.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender.

In a separate pot, cook the white rice according to package instructions.

Serve the black beans over the rice, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

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