Black Eyed Peas and Rice Salad
November 20, 2009 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Boiled, Buffet, Dinner, Easy, Easy Vegetable Recipes, Main Course, New Recipe, New Vegetable Recipes, Salad, Sauce, Supper, Vegetable
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Black Eyed Peas and rice salad – This healthy, hearty, black eyed peas and rice recipe is also loaded with colorful, fresh veggies and garlic. Easily a “make ahead” meal, as the beans and rice are cooked in advance, all you do for this vegetable salad is mix the vinaigrette and serve. A rustic, deliciously, nutritious salad.
Prep Time: 10-15 mins |
Ingredients to make Black Eyed Peas and Rice Salad
3 c Hot cooked (boiled) rice
1 1/2 c Cooked black-eyed peas
1 tb Dijon-style mustard
1 ts Salt (or to taste)
Freshly ground pepper
3 tb Red wine vinegar
3/4 c Extra-virgin olive oil
1 md Onion, minced
1 ea Garlic clove, minced
1 lg carrot, peeled and grated
1/4 c Minced chives or parsley
1 ea Head of radicchio or boston lettuce, for garnish
**Can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Allow it to come to room temperature before serving.
Directions to make Black Eyed Peas and Rice Salad
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Tofu Bean Enchiladas
July 10, 2009 by Firehouse Chef
Filed under Baked, Buffet, Easy Vegetable Recipes, Main Course, New Vegetable Recipes, Supper
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Tofu Bean Enchiladas – These scrumptious tofu and bean enchiladas, are a wonderful, innovative meal, that is the perfect blend of subtle Indian flavors and sensational spanish influences. Crunchy vegetables, and, creamy cheese are the perfect additions to this authentic meal.
Prep Time: 10 mins |
Ingredients to make Tofu Bean Enchiladas
1 c Slightly pureed Anasazi Beans *
1/2 c Cooked rice
1/2 c Tofu, excess water removed
1/4 c Chopped bell pepper
1/4 c Chopped green onion
1 c Grated cheddar
1 c Grated Monterey Jack
10 oz Enchilada sauce
10 corn tortillas
Anasazi is a Navajo word meaning ancient one.Anasazi beans have been found in many southwestern Indian dwellings. Bean connoisseurs will appreciate the characteristic taste and texture talents of pinto and kidney combined within this ancient Indian entrant.
Directions to make Tofu Bean Enchiladas
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