Lowfat Spicy Pinto Beans
Makes: 7 cups
Ingredients:
2 cups dried pinto beans, soaked
5 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 onion, chopped
1/4 cup green onions, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons vegetable bouillon granules
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Directions:
Combine all ingredients except for the tomatoes, green onions, and
cilantro in a 4-quart pot.
Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and
simmer for 80-100 minutes.
Add the tomatoes to the bean mixture, and cook for 20-30 more minutes.
Top each serving with cilantro and green onions. Also good with rice.
Nutritional Information: Serving size: 1 cup
Calories: 200 Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 2 mg Protein: 15 g Fiber: 12 g
Sodium: 340 mg