Mardi Gras Beans
These have been a favorite on the lunch buffet during the Maximum Weight Loss Program.
Serves: 8
Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 30 min
Ingredients
1
Onion, chopped
2 Stalks
Celery, chopped
2
Carrots, chopped
1
Green bell pepper, chopped
2-3 Cloves
Garlic, minced
1/2 Cup
Vegetable broth
1/2 Pound
Mushrooms, sliced
2-15 Ounce Cans
Kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2-14.5 Ounce Cans
Chopped tomatoes
1 Tsp
Dried oregano
1 Tsp
Dried basil
1 Tsp
Dried marjoram
1/4 Tsp
Crushed red pepper flakes
1 Tbsp
Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp
Brown sugar
1 Cup
Fresh Swiss chard
Directions
Place the onions, celery, carrots, bell pepper and garlic in a large pot with the vegetable broth. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook another 5 minutes. Add the beans, tomatoes, herbs and pepper flakes. Cook an additional 15 minutes, then add the mustard, brown sugar and chard. Cook for 5 more minutes. Serve hot over brown rice.
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