Name: Red Beans and Rice
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 3 bacon slices, chopped; 1 cup chopped onion; 3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 3 cups long-grain white rice; 3 bay leaves; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon hot Spanish smoked paprika (Pimentón de la Vera); 2 teaspoons salt; 4 cups water; 1 15- to 151/2-ounce can kidney beans, rinsed, drained

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The Cuban classic gets a delicious boost from the addition of flavorful Spanish smoked paprika. Spanish paprika (Pimentón de la Vera) is everywhere for a good reason: its magically smoky flavor. Look for it at specialty foods stores or order it from latienda.com.

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