Miranda's Chopsticks |

This is one of my favorite vegetarian meals. It's easy, healthy and cheap. It's from More with Less.

2 c. dry pigeon peas, pinto beans or kidney beans.

6 c. water

1 T. salt

Bring to a boil and reduce heat and simmer just until tender - usually this is a few hours for me. Drain beans, reserving liquid. Heat in a large skillet:

2 T. oil or butter

Add:

1 clove garlic, crushed (we like 3-4 cloves)

2 green onions

1 large tomato (I use 3 medium)

1 T. lime juice

1/8 t. cloves

1 T. chopped parsley

1/4. pepper

drained beans.

Saute about 5 minutes.

Add:

2 c. rice

4 c. reserved beans liquid (add more water as necessary)

Bring all to a boil, cover and reduce heat to simmer, and cook for 20-25 minutes without stirring. I almost always add more salt and pepper before serving.