Showing posts with label pinto beans. Show all posts
Showing posts with label pinto beans. Show all posts

Monday, May 4, 2009

Mediterranean Pinto Beans


One of my favorite websites is The World's Healthiest Foods (http://www.whfoods.org/). It presents in-depth nutritional information on a wide range of natural (not processed) foods. The website also offers a newsletter, cooking tips to minimize nutrient loss, and recipes. I think it's a great resource for ideas on incorporating healthier foods in our diet.

In my quest to add more legumes as a protein and vegetable source in meals, I've had to search out interesting, tasty ways to serve beans. Recently I tried Mediterranean Pinto Beans from The World's Healthiest Foods, and really liked them. Most of the family did too, although there were a few holdouts. I especially like the addition of anchovies, which were subtle enough to add depth but not overpower the other flavors. Although I like anchovies, I have to hide them in any foods the kids are going to eat.