Back To Basics: Red Beans And Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 rindless bacon slices
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 small red bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 cups white long-grain rice
• 1 dried bay leaf
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 2 1/4 cups water
• 13 ounces canned kidney beans
• 1/2 cup corn kernels
• 1 tablespoon lime juice