Good and easy. Ingredients can be easily changed up to add flavor or more or less heat. I perfered black beans to the pinto. Again, it all depends on your flavor profile. I also put the rice on the side instead of mixing it in the main dish. This allowed for a nicer colored plating and for those like my husband who cannot have rice or are carb conscious. The spinach tomatoe "smoothie" is a must though. It makes the dish.