Moros

Directions

1. 1
   Place the beans and 7 1/2 cups of the water in a large pot and bring to a boil.
2. 2
   Cover, reduce to a simmer and cook for 1 hour, or until tender and creamy in centers.
3. 3
   Crush the beans in their liquid with a potato masher or the back of a wooden spoon.
4. 4
   Place the rice in a large bowl (not a colander) and rinse under cold running water for 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Drain.
6. 6
   Pour the remaining 3 cups of water into a medium saucepan, add the butter and bring to a boil.
7. 7
   Stir in the rice, salt and pepper and bring back to a boil.
8. 8
   Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until the water is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
9. 9
   Mix the rice with the beans and heat through, if necessary, to serve warm.