An easy recipe for beans and white rice. Any suggestions?

This is very close to the way a dear friend, raised in Puerto Rico, taught me:
http://www.food.com/recipe/classic-black-beans-and-rice-46221

I usually saute an onion in a little butter with some garlic, then add a couple cups of chicken broth and black beans and simmer. I also like to add whatever leftover vegetables I have in the fridge like red peppers, corn, squash, etc. and serve over rice. Very fast and easy.

I love the black beans and rice recipe from the All New Joy of Cooking. I make it without the cup of diced tomatoes. Here's a link to the recipe: http://bakinandeggs.com/2009/08/20/black-beans-and-rice/