Rice and Beans Casserole

Description
Very popular and nutritious dish for vegetarians. Makes enough for 4 people.

Ingredients

 * 225g / 8oz long-grain rice
 * 2tbs, ground oil
 * 1 onion, finely sliced
 * 2 cloves garlic crushed
 * I chilli finely chopped
 * 350g/2oz tomatoes, skinned and chopped
 * I red pepper, seeded and diced
 * 225g / 8oz cooked red beans
 * 600ml / lpt water or stock
 * I green pepper, seeded and diced

Directions

 * 1) Heat oil in a medium frying pan.
 * 2) Add onion and garlic and fry until soft and translucent. Add the chilli, toma toes, and peppers and cook until thick and well blended Season with salt, stir in the beans mixing well and add the rice and water.
 * 3) Cover and cook for 20 minutes until rice is tender and all water is well absorbed.
 * 4) Stir and serve hot.