Instructions

  1. Prepare rice according to package directions.
  2. Combine vegetable oil, bell pepper, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder in large frying pan and sauté until pepper and onion are almost done.
  3. Add kidney beans and liquid to pepper and onion mixture.
  4. Continue to cook until pepper and onion are done.
  5. Add crushed tomatoes and pepper and onion mixture to pot with rice.
  6. Simmer until heated through and most of liquid has been absorbed by rice.
  7. Serve topped with shredded cheddar cheese.