• 1 can black beans
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 cup crushed tomato
• 1 cup wild rice blend or brown rice
• 2 cups water or broth
• Salt, pepper, and one other spice of your choice (curry, paprika, turmeric, garam masala), to taste.

1. Bring 2 cups water or broth to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, and add rice. Cook for 40 minutes, covered, checking at 30 minutes.
2. Cook beans, tomatoes, garlic, spices, and spinach on medium low heat, stirring regularly.

Serve 1 cup rice under 1 cup beans. Serves two-three.