10 February 2014

Mesquite Black Beans and Rice

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Just easy beans and rice.

1 can Bush's mesquite black grilling beans
1 1/2 cups rice
1/2 bell pepper
1 Tbsp. paprika
1 tsp. cumin powder
1/2 tsp. ground chipotle pepper
1/2 tsp. dried, crushed rosemary leaves
1/2 tsp. Marjoram leaves
1/8 tsp. ground black pepper
1 tsp. brown sugar



1. Chop pepper and mix spices.
2. Cook rice. Add beans when done, mixing on low heat.
3. Add spices and peppers.

Asian Turkey Lettuce Wraps

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I know, I know, I feel horrible. But, this dish potentially uses flavors from all over Asia.  ..... we had turkey at home.

1 pound ground turkey
1/3 cup Ginger Teriyaki cooking sauce
2 chopped scallions
1/2 teaspoon each: peanut butter, fresh ginger, garlic, shrimp paste, chilli
1 teaspoon red chilli flakes
1/4 cup shredded carrot
1/4 bean sprouts

1. Chop veggies
2. Cook turkey in half of the sauce in a skillet.
3. Towards the end, and spices, peanut butter, scallions and rest of sauce.
4. Serve in lettuce leaves.