Jagacinda

Ingredients

 * 1 medium Onion
 * 3 cups rice
 * 1 pound cooked or canned lima or kidney beans
 * salt
 * pepper
 * paprika
 * 2 bay leaves
 * Fresh parsley
 * 4 tablespoons oil

Directions

 * 1) Cut up onions in a 2-quart pan, and simmer in oil until golden brown.
 * 2) Add 6 cups of water to onions, and season to taste with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add bay leaves and parsley.
 * 3) Bring to a boil and add 3 cups of rice. Lower heat, add beans of choice, cover pan, and simmer for 25 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is cooked.
 * 4) Turn off stove and let stand. Serve with Chicken, chouriço, or other meats.