Recipe: Beef, Black Beans and Rice (using ground beef)

BEEF, BLACK BEANS AND RICE

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 pound lean ground beef
1 cup chopped onions
1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 tablespoons soy sauce
dash cayenne pepper
1 cup tomato sauce, divided use
2 cups black beans, cooked or canned, drained
3 cups cooked white rice

Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add beef, onions, green pepper,

and garlic and saute until tender, stirring frequently.

In a small bowl combine lemon juice, mustard, chili powder, soy sauce, and

cayenne with a small amount of tomato sauce and whisk until thoroughly

blended. Stir in remaining tomato sauce, then add to meat mixture.

Add beans and cook for 20 minutes, or until flavors are well blended.

Serve spooned over hot rice.

Makes 6 servings