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Calabaza Soup

Calabaza Soup
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Squash and Bell Pepper soup.
Servings Prep Time
8 60 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 60 minutes
Calabaza Soup
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Squash and Bell Pepper soup.
Servings Prep Time
8 60 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 60 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Simmer all the ingredients except the salt, pepper and chili pepper, in 6 cups of water for 1 hour.
  2. Strain the liquid into a bowl and allow the solids to cool.
  3. Puree the cooled solids.
  4. Return the puree to the soup pot along with the strained liquid. Simmer, uncovered, until the mixture is reduced to a syrup-like consistency.
  5. Add the seasonings while simmering and serve very hot.
Recipe Notes

Variation: Add 1/2 lb fresh okra after pureeing the vegetables above.

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Baked Stuffed Vidalia Onions

Baked Stuffed Vidalia Onions
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Spicy blend of Cayenne pepper and Cumin add a real flavor to these stuffed onions.
Servings Prep Time
4 45 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 45 minutes
Baked Stuffed Vidalia Onions
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Spicy blend of Cayenne pepper and Cumin add a real flavor to these stuffed onions.
Servings Prep Time
4 45 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 45 minutes
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. Peel onion then slice the tops off & hollow out. Leave about a 1/2-inch shell. Reserve the onion centres.
  2. Place shells in a steamer basket & steam for 6 minutes after the water has come to a boil.
  3. Measure 1/2 cup of the reserved onion & finely chop. In a small skillet heat oil & saute onion till it is soft.
  4. Stir together TVP flakes & water. Add seasonings & mix well. Combine with the cooked onions & stir in the breadcrumbs.
  5. Place the hollowed out onion shells in a baking dish.
  6. Spoon filling into the shells. Any remaining filling that won't fit into the shells can be placed around the shells.
  7. Leave uncovered bake at 375ËšF for 30 to 35 minutes.
  8. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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Black Beans and Rice

Black Beans and Rice
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Simple and tasty recipe for this dish.
Servings Prep Time
8 People 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 People 30 minutes
Black Beans and Rice
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Simple and tasty recipe for this dish.
Servings Prep Time
8 People 30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
8 People 30 minutes
Ingredients
Garnish
Servings: People
Instructions
Canned bean preparation
  1. In 4 quart saucepan, combine canned beans, McKays Chicken-Style Seasoning, cumin, garlic, bay leaves, oregano, salt, onion, green peper, lemon juice, and canned tomatoes.
  2. Bring to a boil, cover and let simmer on medium-low temperature for approximately 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
Rice preparation
  1. --Follow instructions on package.
To assemble
  1. Ladle a 1- to 2-cup serving of beans into a large soup dish. Spoon 1/2 cup rice on top of beans. Sprinkle with green onions and fresh chopped tomatoes. Garnish with dollop of low-fat or tofu sour cream and serve.
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