Mexicali Franks

Description
Contributed by Catsrecipes Y-Group
 * Source: McCall's, January 1990
 * Makes 6 Servings

Ingredients

 * 2 tbsp salad oil
 * 1 lbs frankfurters, quartered - lengthwise
 * 1 medium onion, chopped
 * 1 large clove garlic, crushed
 * 1 can whole tomatoes (1 pound)
 * 1 can pinto beans (15 ounces)
 * 1 cup chunky salsa
 * ⅔ cup uncooked long-grain rice
 * 2 tsp chili powder
 * 1 cup shredded Monterey jack cheese with jalapeno (if available)
 * cilantro (fresh coriander) leaves

Directions

 * 1) In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot.
 * 2) Add frankfurters; saute until browned.
 * 3) With slotted spoon, remove from pan; place on one side of serving platter.
 * 4) Keep warm.
 * 5) To drippings in skillet, add onion and garlic; saute 2 minutes.
 * 6) Add tomatoes and their liquid, beans and their liquid, rice, chili powder, salsa and water.
 * 7) Bring to boiling; simmer, covered, 15 minutes, or until rice is cooked.
 * 8) Spoon rice mixture next to frankfurters on platter.
 * 9) Sprinkle cheese over rice.
 * 10) Garnish with cilantro leaves.