SApicy Beans and Rice

Spicy Beans and Rice

1/2 cup uncooked brown rice
1 1/2 cups water
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, undrained
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 tsp ground cumin, or to taste
1 tblsp chili powder, or to taste
Black pepper to taste
1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 fresh green onions, chopped
1/2 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained Preheat oven to 350°. In a
saucepan, bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil.
Add rice and stir; reduce heat, cover and simmer for 40 minutes. Meanwhile,
pour beans into a 2 quart casserole. Sprinkle with jalapenos, cumin, chili
powder and black pepper. Bake for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese, green
onions and olives. Bake for 5-10 minutes longer. Serve beans over cooked
rice. Makes 6 servings.