White Beans and Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse & drain 4 cans of beans (do NOT drain remaining cans).
2. 2
   Saute onion, bell pepper, and garlic in hot oil in a dutch oven over med-high heat 7-8 minutes or until tender.
3. 3
   Stir in undrained beans, 2 cans drained beans, ham, chick broth, salt, pepper.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil; reduce heat, simmer stirring occasionally for 45 minutes.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, prepare rice according to directions.
6. 6
   Stir in remaining 2 cans drained beans to mixture in dutch oven.
7. 7
   Cook 5 minutes or til thoroughly heated.
8. 8
   Serve with hot cooked rice.