Ingredients

2 tbsp oil

1/2 c chopped onion

1/2 c chopped green bell pepper

1/2 c thinly sliced carrot

1/2 c uncooked regular rice

1/2 c uncooked lentils

1 (14 1/2) oz can chicken or vegetable broth

1 tbsp Worchestershire sauce

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp dried thyme leaves

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

1 (15 oz) can blackeyed peas, drained

Preparation

Heat oil in a large skillet over med-high heat, until hot. Add onion, bell pepper, carrot, rice and lentils; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are tender and liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.