Cajun Rice and Beans

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup chopped onion
 * 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
 * 1 clove garlic, minced
 * 2 tablespoons bacon drippings or vegetable oil
 * 1 15-ounce can pinto beans or pinto beans seasoned with jalapeno peppers
 * 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
 * 1/2 teaspoon salt
 * 3 cups hot cooked rice

Directions
Cook onion, pepper and garlic in drippings in large skillet over medium heat until tender crisp. Stir in beans, tomato sauce and salt; simmer 10 minutes. Serve over hot rice.