Date: Sat, 6 Jun 1998 09:16:40 -0700
From: cabinluvr@lse.fullfeed.com
* Exported from MasterCook *
Bean Vegetable Medley (T)
Recipe By : Converted from Meal-Master
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:20
Categories : Bean Dishes Grain Main Dishes
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 Tbsp Water
1 Large Onion -- diced
2 Stalks Celery -- sliced
1 Med Green Pepper -- cut in strips
2 Med Tomatoes -- diced
2 Cups Red Kidney Beans -- drained & rinsed
10 Pkg Frozen Lima Beans
1 Cup Quick Cooking Barley
2/3 C Parsley -- chopped
1 1/2 Tsp Salt
1 Tsp Dried Basil Leaves
1/4 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
3 C Boiling Water
2 Tbsp Nonfat Cheddar Cheese -- grated
Tips: This dish can be assembled and baked later. Add the boiling water just
before baking. Baking time should be increased by 15 minutes when starting
refrigerated temperature.
Heat oil in a large skillet. Add onion, celery, and green pepper.
Cook slowly for 10 minutes. Do not brown.
Stir in tomatoes, kidney beans, barley, parsley, salt, basil, and black pepper.
Transfer mixture to a buttered 2-to 3 quart casserole with lid. Add boiling
water. Cover.
Bake at 350 degrees F for 1-1/2 hours or until barley is tender and liquid is
absorbed. Sprinkle with grated cheese before serving.
Good served with: Marinated, slightly blanched mixed vegetables, hot French
bread and butter.
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NOTES : Wonderful and filling!
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