Jamaican Beans and Rice Dish recipe

6 servings

1 1/4 cups dry kidney beans

1 cup coconut milk

1 sprig fresh thyme

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1/8 cup chopped green onions

1 hot red chile pepper, sliced

2 1/4 cups uncooked brown rice

Combine beans and coconut milk in a large saucepan; cook for 2 hours on low heat.

Stir in thyme, garlic, onions and 3 slices chile pepper; simmer for 7 minutes.

Stir in rice and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.