Calypso Rice and Beans Recipe

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Calypso Rice and Beans
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  1. Sort and wash beans, and place in a medium saucepan. Cover with water to 2 inches above beans; bring to a boil, and cook for 2 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour. Drain beans, and return to pan. Cover beans with 2 inches of water. Bring beans to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours or until tender. Drain beans, and set aside.
  2. To prepare rice, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion, celery, jalapeño, salt, garlic, and bay leaves; sauté 4 minutes. Add rice; cook 1 minute. Add 3 1/2 cups water; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Add beans; cover, and simmer 12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Discard bay leaves.
  3. Stir in the bell peppers, black pepper, cumin, and coriander, and cook 6 minutes. Stir in pineapple and cilantro; cook 2 minutes.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 112.25 Kcal (470 kJ)
Calories from fat 11.23 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.25g 2%
Sodium 117.3mg 5%
Potassium 272.49mg 6%
Total Carbs 22.33g 7%
Sugars 4.51g 18%
Dietary Fiber 2.99g 12%
Protein 3.83g 8%
Vitamin C 16mg 27%
Vitamin A 0.3mg 10%
Iron 14.6mg 81%
Calcium 32.8mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 77.27 Kcal (324 kJ)
Calories from fat 7.73 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.86g 2%
Sodium 80.75mg 5%
Potassium 187.58mg 6%
Total Carbs 15.37g 7%
Sugars 3.11g 18%
Dietary Fiber 2.06g 12%
Protein 2.64g 8%
Vitamin C 11mg 27%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 10%
Iron 10mg 81%
Calcium 22.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 1.8
    Points
  • 3
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium,
  • cholesterol free

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