Ingredients

How to make it

  • Bring beans to a boil in a large saucepan. Boil for 2 minutes then remove from heat cover and let stand for 1 hour. Return the beans to range. Add water to cover beans if necessary. heat to a boil. reduce heat fast to a very low simmer, cover and cook until tender. 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Drain beans reserving liquid. Cook bacon in a large skillet until crispy stir in onions and green peppers. Stir until onions are tender but still crispy. Get 2 cups of bean liquid, add bacon, onions, green peppers, bean liquid, rice,squeezed lemon juice and salt to beans in a 3 quart sauce pan. Heat to a boil, stirring rarely, reduce heat to simmer cover and let cook 14-15 minutes. Remove from heat fluff and let steam covered 5 minutes. Serve the dish warm with fresh garlic bread, and a glass of red wine

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  • michaella 14 years ago
    Dear Carrie,
    I changed it!
    Thanks for letting me know!

    MICHAELLA
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  • hoosiermom68 14 years ago
    Sounds like a great recipe,but it's missing the lemon...Please edit so I can add to my favorites.
    Thanks,
    Carrie :)
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