Beans and Rice

Beans and rice is a staple food all around the world, and for good reason. It is cheap, healthy, and really delicious!

Here's what you'll need:

For the beans:
1 tablespoon ghee or olive oil
1 onion, minced
1 green bell pepper, minced
1 rib celery, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound dried pinto beans, rinsed, picked over, and drained
2 3/4 cups water
2 1/2 teaspoons better than bouillon vegetable or chicken broth base

For the rice:
2 cups white rice
4 cups water
1/4 teaspoon salt

Turn your pressure cooker to "saute" and add the ghee or olive oil. Once hot and shimmering, add vegetables and salt. Saute until softened and onion is translucent, 5 to 8 minutes.

Add the beans, water, and broth base. Seal the lid with the valve set to sealing, and set to high pressure for 45 minutes.

Once the time is up, turn the pressure cooker off and let the pressure release naturally, about 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, prepare the rice.  Place the rice, water, and salt in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Let it cook until the water level reaches the top of the rice. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep covered at least 10 minutes before serving.