Mexican corn stew

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
15ouncesKidney beans canned
¼cupBarley, dry
1tablespoonOlive oil
2cupsOnion chopped
3tablespoonsGarlic clove minced
1poundsCarrots package
3eachesCelery, 1 stalk
7cupsVegetable Broth canned
2mediumsRed pepper, diced
cupCorn,frozen
2teaspoonsCumin seed, ground
2teaspoonsCoriander, ground
½teaspoonCayenne pepper
5ouncesTortilla Chips (Optional)
3tablespoonsParsley dried
1eachFresh jalapenos
16ouncesTomato canned

Directions

Seed and dice the jalapeno peppers. Dice the tomatoes. Thinly slice carrots and celery stalks. Seed and dice red peppers. Crush 2 cups of corn chips(optional). In large fry pan over medium high heat saute the onions and garlic for 5 minutes. Add jalapenos, carrots, celery, bell peppers and all spices. Stir frequently to blend the flavors.

Continue cooking for 3 more minutes stirring frequently. Add rest of the ingredients (except chips), lower to low heat, cover and cook for about 2 hours. Put in warmed bowls, top with crushed chips and salsa if desired.

Source: The Vegetarian Times Magazine Submitted By HENRY REINTGES On 10-06-95