Jamaican Rice and Beans

Serves: 4 

Ingredients	Qty	Prep
Rice	1.5 cups	white only
Kidney beans	3/4 cup	cook for 3 whistles
Onion	2 medium
Red peppers	3 medium	all colors
Garlic	4 - 5 cloves
Jalapeno	2 large
Thyme	1 tsp
Coconut milk	14 oz can
Salt	to taste
Pepper	to taste
Cilantro	few stalks	minced

Method:

1. Blend half the beans with garlic and green chilis, keep aside
2. Fry onion and peppers for few minutes
3. Add beans, beans paste and 1 cup water, bring to boil
4. Add coconut milk, thyme and adjust salt and pepper to taste
5. Cook for 5 minutes until water is level with rice
6. Close lid and cook on very low for 15 - 20 minutes until rice is done
7. Garnish with cilantro and/or hot sauce according to preference