YELLOW RICE AND BEANS RECIPES

Steps:

• In a medium sized pot heat olive oil and add ham. Cook until browned.
• Add sofrito and simmer over medium heat for 2 or 3 minutes.
• Add all remaining ingredients, mixing thorougly.
• Taste broth for reseasoning, if necessary. It should be very slightly on the salty side being that the rice will absorb most of the seasoning.
• Cover. Cook over medium low heat for about 25 minutes. Stir, cover and cook for an additional 15 minutes.

Steps:

• Bring the vegetable or chicken stock to a boil; stir in the turmeric and brown rice.
• Bring rice to boiling, stir once, lower heat and cook 40 to 45 minutes or until done and liquid has been absorbed, adding more liquid if needed.
• Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil, warming slightly.
• To the warmed pan, add the onion, jalapeno, bell peppers, and red pepper flakes; cook for 4 minutes or until beginning to brown on the edges, remove from heat.
• Stir the drained beans and cumin into the mixture adding salt to taste.
• Let stand covered for 5 minutes; stir in the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil.
• To serve, divide the rice into 4 equal portions and place on individual plates.
• Top the rice with bean mixture, sprinkle with cheese and snipped cilantro.
• Serve lime wedges on the side to squeeze over all.