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Jamaican Rice and Peas

Make Jamaican Rice and Peas at home with Thyme Sprigfresh C Rice and Cl Gralic. Serves 4. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Ingredients

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Method (preview)

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   In a medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, place the washed beans.

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   Add the coconut milk and bring to boil.

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   Reduce the heat.

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   Cook until the beans are tender, 1 to 2 hours.

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   Add the thyme, garlic, green onion, and salt.

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   Add the hot pepper if desired.

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   Simmer for a few minutes.

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   Add the rice.

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   The liquid should come up to 1-inch above the rice. Add water if needed.

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    Cover the pot.

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    Bring to a boil again.

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    Reduce the heat to low.

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    Cook for 15 minutes (for regular rice) to 20 minutes (for parboiled).

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    Stir just before serving to evenly distribute the red kidney beans.

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    Stanley Etoria, chef of the Reggae Cafe, 6100 Westheimer,