Black Bean and Ham Pilaf

We have made this countless times, especially when the kids were younger, and we were happy to see that they also liked it. It makes a lot, to serve half and freeze the other half, and that, in itself was also a good use of parental time. And a way to use up leftover ham,… Continue reading Black Bean and Ham Pilaf

Spicy Corn, Beans, and Rice (Perdue)

This is the side dish suggestion that comes from the Purdue ground turkey recipe, Green Chili Cheeseburgers, a recipe that comes from ancient times when “salsa” was so little-known that they had to put the word in quotes. A little bit of old-time weirdness. 2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon chili powder½ teaspoon ground cumin1/3… Continue reading Spicy Corn, Beans, and Rice (Perdue)

Goya Classic Red Beans and Rice

1 pound dry red kidney beans4 tablespoons olive oil1 cup smoked ham, chopped1 cup onion, chopped½ cup green pepper, chopped4 cloves garlic, minced2 packets Sazón Goya Con Culantro y Achiote½ cup canned tomato sauce1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground black pepper½ teaspoon oregano Cooked white rice 1. Sort and wash beans. Add to a large saucepan… Continue reading Goya Classic Red Beans and Rice