Red Beans and Rice

INGREDIENTS

• 2 1/2 cups chicken stock
• 1 green bell pepper, stem and seeds removed and small diced
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 stalk celery, diced
• 2 large cloves garlic, lightly crushed with the side of a knife blade and minced
• 1 cup white rice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 large red onion, diced
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 (1-pound) cans red kidney beans