This is a recipe from my good friend Michele. She makes it often and really enjoys it.

• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 can(14.5 oz)stewed tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans rinsed and drained
• 2/3 cup water
• 1/2 tsp oregano
• 1 1/2 cup instant brown rice

Saute garlic and onion in either bit of water or oil. Stir in tomatoes, beans, water, and oregano. Bring to a boil. Add rice. Bring to boil again. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 min. Then let stand for another 5 min.