Best of the West Bean Bake

Bean bakes are a popular dish in Southwestern cuisine and are often enjoyed during festive occasions.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Best of the West Bean Bake

Cooking Method: Baking, Sautéing Cuisine: American, Southwestern Courses: Dinner, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 can Black beans
• 1 can Kidney beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Corn kernels
• 1 cup Tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Shredded cheese
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add black beans, kidney beans, corn kernels, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
4. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
8. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.