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Arroz y Frijoles Favoritos

6 servings Source yield

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups (8 ounces) dry pinto beans
  • 1 pound boneless chuck roast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup chopped Onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 12-ounce jar green chile salsa
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups very hot cooked rice

Make it step by step

  1. Rinse beans.
  2. Soak overnight in 4 cups water, or bring to a boil, boil for 1 minute, remove from heat, and let stand 1 hour.
  3. Drain; set aside.
  4. Cook meat and vegetables in oil in large skillet until meat is well browned.
  5. Stir in salsa, beans, salt and water; bring mixture to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 50 to 60 minutes, or until Beef and beans are tender and sauce is thickened.
  7. Ladle into bowls and top each with a mound of fluffy rice.

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