Jamaican Rice and Peas

I thought these were the green peas I know of. Turned out fabulous!

Ingredients

1 can (19oz) Kidney beans, including liquid

1 can (14 oz) Coconut milk

Water (approx 1-2/3 cups)

2 cloves Garlic, chopped

1 Small onion or 2 stalks scallion, chopped

1 tsp Dried thyme

1½ to 2 tsp Salt, to taste

1/4 tsp Black Pepper

2 cups Long grain rice (rinsed and drained)

1. Drain the liquid from the can of beans into a measuring cup and add the can of coconut milk and enough water to make four cups of liquid

2. Add liquid, beans, garlic, chopped onion and thyme to large pot

3. Add salt and black pepper. Bring to a boil.

4. Add rice and boil on High for 2 minutes.

5. Turn heat to Low, and cook covered until all water is absorbed (about 15 to 20 min).

6. Fluff with fork before serving.

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bon appetit