Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups black beans (canned)

2 tbsps butter

1 small onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, diced or minced

2 cups water

2 stalks scallion, diced

1 - 1 1/2 packet Sazon (Other options are saffron, turmeric, curry powder)

salt and pepper as needed

1 - 2 chicken or veggie seasoning cubes

2 tsps minced fresh thyme leaves

2 cups parboiled rice