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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Huron Expositor, 1994-08-17, Page 51i Bean Festival, August 17, 1994 = Page 35A 29th Bean Festival Souvenir Edition Unique bean recipes delight cooks Garbanzoe In Tomato Sauce Garbanzo beans, also called chick peas, are a protein - filled addition to any recipe. They are commonly avail- able canned or dried. If pur- chased dried, they will require 2 to 3 hours cookin. 1 large onion, cut into thin wedges 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp. olive oil (15 ml) 1 can (28 oz./796 mi) gar- banzo beans (chick peas), drained 1 1/2 cups canned crushed tomatoes (375 ml) 1/2 tsp. salt (2 ml) 1/2 tsp. pepper (2 ml) 1/2 tsp. dned thyme (2 ml) 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper (1 ml) 1 bay leaf Garnish: chopped fresh pars- ley In large saucepan on medi- um-high heat, cook onion and garlic in oil for about 5 minutes, or until tender. Add garbanzo beans; cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Add tomatoes and seasonings; cook on low heat for about 25 minutes. Serve garnished with chopped parsley. Preparation: 10 minutes Cook 25 minutes Yield: 4 servings From Eat Well, Live Well -• Canadian Dietetic Association Guide to Healthy Eating. Spicy Vegetable Enchiladas These enchiladas will be softer if cooked in the microwave and crisper if cooked in a conventional oven. Add hot pepper sauce or Mexican salsa to suit your taste. 1 can (14 oz./398 ml) kidney beans drained 1 can (14 oz./398 ml) crushed tomatoes 1 cup firm tofu, cubed (250 1/2 cup finely chopped peanuts (125 ml) 2 tbsp. Mexican Salsa or hot sauce (25 ml) 1/2 tsp. chili powder (2 ml) 1/2 tsp. salt (2 ml) 6 large soft corn or flour tor- tillas 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese (250 ml) In saucepan, combine kid- ney beans, tomatoes, tofu, peanuts, salsa and season- ings; heat until hot and bub- bling, stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Spread filling evenly over tortillas; around filling. Place seam side down on a baking sheet; sprinkle with cheese. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for about five minutes, or microwave on high (100 per cent) for about 3 minutes, or until cheese melts. Preparation: 15 minutes Cook 3 to 5 minutes Yield: 6 large enchiladas From Eat Well, Live Well - Canadian Dietetic Association Guide to Healthy Eating. Magic Meatless Casserole Since brown rice requires about 45 minutes cooking time, it is a good idea to cook a larger amount than you require and freeze it for recipes like this one. Voile, this side -dish can be ready in minutes instead of one hour. 1 cup brown rice (250 ml) 3 3/4 cups water, divided (925 ml) 1 cup sliced celery (250 ml) 1/2 cup chopped onion (125 ml) 2 tbsp. vegetable oil (25 ml) 1 can (19 oz./540 ml) toma- toes 2/3 cup chopped ripe olives 150 ml) 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour (25 ml) 2 tsp. chili powder (10 ml) 1 tsp. salt (5 ml) 1/4 tsp garlic powder (1 ml) 1 cup frozen peas (250 ml) 2/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (150 mi) In saucepan, bring 3 cups (750 ml) water to boil. Add rice. Cook, covered, for 45 minutes, or until rice is ten- der and water is absorbed. Meanwhile, in medium saucepan on high heat, cook celery and onion in oil for about five minutes, or until tender. Add tomatoes and olives; bring to boil. Mix flour, seasonings and remaining water; stir into hot mixture. Cook for about three minutes, or until thick- ened. Stir in frozen peas. Pour half sauce mixture into an 8 -cup (2-L) casserole. Top with cooked rice and remaining sauce. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 350° (180°C) for about 20 min- utes, or until heated through. Preparation: 45 minutes Cook: 25 minutes Yield: 6 servings From Eat Well, Live Well - Canadian Dietetic Association Guide to Healthy Eating.