Mexican bean stew

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1canPinto beans;drained, rinsed
2tablespoons;Mexican Spice Mix (below)
2Carrots; cut in 2\" chunks
½cupZucchini;cut in 2\" chunks
2cansLow sodium tomato sauce
;Mexican Spice Mix
5teaspoonsCumin
5teaspoonsChili powder
teaspoonBlack pepper
5tablespoonsMinced onions, dried
5tablespoonsMinced garlic, dried
teaspoonSalt

Directions

Mexican Bean Stew: Combine pinto beans, seasoning mix, vegetables, and tomato sauce in a sauce pan. Add enough water to achieve desired consistency. Simmer covered for 30-60 minutes. Serve hot.

Mexican Spice Mix: Combine spices and store in a covered bottle. Use 3 T mix for every 1 cup of dried beans.

Adapted from Recipes to Lower Your Fat Thermostat, by LaRene Gaunt