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Dinner? "It's in the bag!"CROCKPOT FIVE BEAN BAKE

In the bag;1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans,drained and rinsed1 (15 oz.) can pinto beans,drained and rinsed

1 (15 oz.) can white beans,drained and rinsed

1 (15 oz.) can black beans,drained and rinsed

2 (15 oz.) cans pork and beans1 24 oz. Jar salsa1 (24 oz.) bottle barbeq ue sauce2 Tbsp. dehydrated onion2 tsp. garlic salt

From your pantry;1-lb, ground beef cooked and drainedPlaceall ingredients into crock pot and stir. Cook on low heat 6~8hrs.

Dinner? "It's in the bag!"BLACK BEANS AND RICE

In the bag;1 can black beans, rinsed and drained1 c. long grain rice, uncooked1 Y 2 cups vegetable or tomato juice% . tsp. ground oreganoFrom you r kitchen;

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1 can kernel corn, drained1 16 oz. jar salsa% tsp. cumin~ tsp salt

1 c. grated cheese---------..---_Combine all ingredients except cheese. Pour into a 2 quart baking dish,sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered at 3750 for 1 hour. Make surertcetsvdone before removing from oven. Great in burritos.

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Dinner? "It's in the bag!"MAMA'S QUICK CHili

In the bag;2 (15 oz.) cans diced tomatoes2 (15 oz.) cans pork and beans1 (15 oz.) can beans (black, small red, pinto, etc.)1 (Boz.) can diced green chiliesSeasoning packet2 tsp. dehydrated onion% tsp. garl ic salt~ tsp. pepper2 tsp. chili powderFrom your pantry;2 Ibs. ground beef3 Tbsp. salsaBrown meat, drain and add all other ingredients. Simmer till hotand serve. (Optional: garnish with chopped fresh tomatoes,shredded lettuce, grated cheese, sour cream, etc.)

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Dinner? "It's in the bag!"BLACK BEANS AND CORN SALSA

2 T. olive oil2 T. red wine vinegar1 tsp. garl ic powder1 can d iced tomatoes1 T. dried onions2 T. dried cilantro1 can black beans1 can kernel corn1-4.5 can chopped green chiliesSalt and pepper to taste

*From your pantry mix olive oil and red wine vinegar.

Add seasoning packet and wisk together. Add the rest of theingredients and serve with corn chips or pita chips. Best ifallowed to sit a few hours to blend flavors.

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Dinner?"It's in the bag!"MACARONI& CHEESE

2 C. Dry macaroni1 5 oz. jar Old English Cheese Spread

(or 1 c. grated cheddar cheese)1 small can parmesan cheese (optional)

Seasoning packet:4 T. flour % tsp. white pepperY z tsp. salt (optional)

Ingredients from your pantry:% c. butter 2 c. milk

Make perfect pasta by bringing a large pot of water to a boil.Add macaroni noodles. Stir and return to boiling. Boil water3 minutes. Turn off heat or remove pot from burner. Coverand let sit in water for 10minutes. Drain.Reconstitute the powdered milk by mixing it with the water.Make a white sauce by melting butter, stirring in flour, saltand pepper; add the milk all at once. Cook, stirringconstantly with a wire wisk, until thick. Turn off heat; addcheese. Stir until melted. Pour cheese sauce over noodlesand stir together. Pour into greased 9x9" pan. Top withparmesan cheese, if desired. Broil until lightly browned andbubbly.

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BEAN AND BACON SALAD3 cups cooked red beans (or 2 cans small red beans)3 cups cooked black beans (or 2 cans black beans)---~--=--~---._-_- ~-_- _ ....-3 large tomatoes-seeded and chopped3 . 4 to 1 red onion- chopped'Y 2 c. fresh chopped cilantro12-16 pieces bacon- cooked crisp and crumbled1 c. Kraft Light MayonnaiseSort beans, soak, drain and add more water and cookuntil tender. If using canned beans, mix all ingredientstogether and let marinate 2-3 hours before serving.

Sausage and Bean Soup1 Ib..ground sausage1 large onion1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed1 can black beans, drained and rinsed1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed1 can white beans, drained and rinsed3 cans diced tomatoes1 8 oz. can tomato sauce2 c. water2-3 Tbsp. basil2 Tbsp. sugarSalt and pepper to taste

Brown sausage with onion, drain of liquid and addcanned beans and spices. Cook on medium heat untilboiling and then simmer for 20 minutes

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PINTO BEANS(Healthy refried beans)2 1/4 cups dry beans.7 cups boiling water1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1 tablespoon chicken style seasoning2 teaspoons low-fat margarine1 (4 ounce) can tomato sauceSort beans carefully. Wash in cold water. Add beans to boiling water in large kettle andbring to full boil. Cook for 5 minutes covered; turn off heat. Let stand for 2 hours. Bringto boil again and cook until beans are tender (about an hour). Add the other ingredientsexcept tomato sauce. Remove % cup of beans from kettle, mash it with a fork to makebean sauce. Return to kettle and add tomato sauce. Simmer until well done.Serves; 4-6Another way to prepare: put all ingredients except tomato sauce in a crock pot, cook onlow for 9-10 hours. Make sure beans are very tender, mash with a potato masher incrock pot and add tomato sauce.

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SOY PATTIES1 cup soy beans2 cups water1 medium onion chopped2 tablespoons soy sauce2 cups rolled oats (1 cup rolled and 1 cup instant oats)1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs% teaspoon salt2 tablespoons nutritional yeast flakes1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powderoil for pan frying pattiesCover soybeans in water and soak overnight, then drain water {yields 2 Y 2 cups). In blender addthe 2 cups water with the soaked soybeans, and blend until smooth. Place mixture in a largemixing bowl and stir in onions, soy sauce, oats, breadcrumbs, salt, yeast flakes, Italianseasoning and garlic and onion powder. Let stand about 8 to 10 minutes to absorb moisture.Using a 1/4 measuring cup drop mixture into lightly oiled skillet, pat lightly to form patty. Coverwith a lid and brown for 8 to 10 minutes on each side using medium heat. Serve with brown riceor potatoes and your favorite gravy. Makes 36 medium patties.Variation: If you want a soy pecan patties, just add 3/4 cup of pecan meal to the aboverecipe and stir well, follow the same instructions above.

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