Enchilada Rice

Ingredients:

1 cup uncooked rice
1 TBSP olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup onion, diced
1/2 cup bell pepper, diced (I usually put green and red and I always probable end up with more than 1/2 cup)
1 can corn, drained
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 1/4 cup enchilada sauce
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp oregano
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup cheese
chopped fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Directions:

1. Cook rice and set aside

2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and peppers and saute for 2-3 minutes

3. Mix in rice, corn, beans, enchilada sauce, chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Stir well to combine and heat through. Add salt and pepper to taste

4. Top with cheese and remove from heat, cover the pant to help the cheese melt

5. Garnish with cilantro if desired.