Mixed Bean Toppings
Serve these simple, delicious, dried bean preparations in a variety of ways. They may be cooked on the stove or in a slow cooker, no presoaking is necessary.
Serves: 8
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 180 min
Ingredients
1 Cup
Split peas
¬Ω Cup
Baby lima beans
¬Ω Cup
Cannellini beans
4 Cups
Water
1
Onion, chopped
2 Teaspoons
Basil
1
Bay leaf
1 Cup
Kidney beans
¬Ω Cup
Pinto beans
¬Ω Cup
Cannellini beans
4 Cups
Water
1
Onion, chopped
¬Ω Teaspoon
Chili powder
¬Ω Teaspoon
Ground cumin
¬Ω Teaspoon
Ground oregano
Directions
1
Place all ingredients from either 1 or 2 in a large pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and cook for 3-4 hours until beans are tender. (In a slow cooker, add all ingredients from either 1 or 2 and cook on high for 8-10 hours.) Serve over brown rice, other whole grains, potatoes, or toast.
Hints: Other beans and/or peas may be substituted for the ones suggested here. These topping can be different each time you make them by using different combinations of beans and seasonings.
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