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Do you have any recipes you've tried that had quinoa in it? I read so many good things about it. That it is a complete protein source and high in nutrition.

This is for a lower fat way of eating. It was really good and spicy. Do you have additional ingredients to add? Hopefully, to keep this a healthy dish. Thank you...

Black Bean Chili Stew Serving Size : 4

4 medium Yukon (thin skinned) potatoes (or use red potatoes, quartered)

1 1/2 cups baby carrots, each one cut in half

can of S&W Caribbean Black beans (has Red Bell Pepper, Anaheim Chili Peppers, Diced Onion & Lime, Juice in Caribbean Sauce)

can of S&W mexican recipe stewed tomatoes (has green pepper and onion)

1 tbsp chili paste (use Huy Fong Sambal Oelek, ground fresh chili paste)

1 tbsp cornstarch

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Scrub potatoes and quarter the potatoes (If there are larger, cut into sixths). Add potatoes and water (to top of potatoes) and partially cover, in a large sauce pan; cook on medium for 10-15 minutes.

While potatoes are cooking, place baby carrots, in covered dish (with a 1 to 2 tbsp water) and microwave (on High) for 3 1/2 minutes (1000 watt microwave).

Open cans of beans and tomatoes (cut tomatoes into smaller pieces), strain the juices into a measuring cup. Add cornstarch to juice and stir thoroughly. This will be used to thicken the sauce.

When potatoes are done (I stick a knife in a few; if comes away easily, it’s done.), drain the water (use a lid, tipped so there is a opening, to hold the potatoes in the pot).

Add beans, tomatoes, carrots, and garlic to the potatoes; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until its bubbles.

Add cornstarch mixture (tomato and bean juice). Stir till sauce is thickened.

Serve.

I'm looking for a homemade spicy crust Vegan Pizza that uses homemade spicy red pepper hummus. Pizza is one of my favorite foods and have a big craving for it. Love lots of veggie toppings! Yumm...

I love cajun spiced black beans with tomatoes.

Cornbread with bits of corn in it would be so good with it. Does anyone have a recipe that they tried and liked?

I googled to look for DC air compressor for the bicycle as well as for the car. I have a mountain bike with 26" x 1.95" tires. There are mixed reviews on the Slime 300 PSI at Amazon, one reviewer said takes a 15 Amp not 12 Amp. Didn't make sense, but didn't want to blow a car fuse if it draws too much juice.

I would like the use the DC air tire pump or air compressor for the car, Toyota Corolla, too. This would be used for road side emergency is why a DC air compressor.

Do you have any recommendations on air compressors (tire inflators) based on your experience?

I saw a recipe at http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Roasted-Chickpeas/Det...

and would like to make it, but start out with Bagged, dried garbanzo beans and soak them, then cook them in water and cool them; instead of using the canned kind before starting the recipe.

In the recipe, they use oil first, then bake it, but some reviewers that made it, say its better adding oil afterwards. Has that been your experience?

I was thinking of not adding oil at all. Will the spices stick OK?

Also, I was thinking of using cajun spices. Need your advice.

Beef Salad (My husband’s recipe made in the restaurant business, scaled down)

Take leftover raw steak (6 to 8 oz.), cut into thin strips, approximately 1/2” to 1” long.

Put in pot of cold water, let it come to a boil, then drain.

While meat is still warm, add vinegar and oil (Portion ratio 2/3 vinegar to 1/3 oil)

Add seasoned salt (like Nature’s Seasoning).

Use 1 or 2 each of onion and green pepper, depending on the size.

Cut up onion and green peppers into slices.

All ingredients should be added while the meat is still warm.

Place in refrigerator, uncovered, on a cooling rack so cold air can circulate around the dish. Cover when salad is cold. Refrigerate overnight.

Before serving, stir the salad.

Makes approximately 3 to 4 servings.

Trying to save because of the high food prices. It can have meat or beans.