SUPPER last night…….and my pickiest eater, Erik, commented “this is really good!”.  None of my kids are very picky, they will all give everything a try.   It is a keeper!  Thanks Menus4Moms.com!

  Black Beans and Rice

• 1 onion, sauteed (from freezer)
  
• 1 green bell pepper, sauteed (from freezer)
  
• 2 cups black beans* (from freezer) or 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
  
• 1 cup salsa
  
• salt and pepper
  
• white* or brown rice (enough for your family)

Combine all ingredients except rice in a skillet. Cover and let simmer while preparing rice. Add water if necessary. Serve beans over rice when rice is ready.

  Mexican Salad

• variety of lettuces, torn into bite-sized pieces
  
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded & chopped
  
• 1 green bell pepper, seeded & chopped
  
• 1 can corn, drained
  
• 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  
• 1 can black olives, drained
  
• 1 tomato, diced
  
• 1 bottle ranch salad dressing

Combine all fresh ingredients and serve with ranch dressing.