Zippy Bean Stew
Serving Size : 6
1 can reduced-sodium chicken broth -- or vegetable broth
1 can kidney beans -- rinsed and drained
1 cup pinto beans -- rinsed and drained
4 ounces chopped green chile
1 can diced tomatoes -- with green chillies (mild unless you like hot!)
1 package frozen corn
3 cups water
1 large onions -- chopped
2 medium carrots -- sliced
2 medium garlic cloves -- minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or on low for longer.
Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 257 Calories; 1g Fat (3.6% calories from fat); 16g Protein; 49g Carbohydrate; 18g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 36mg Sodium. Exchanges: 3 Grain(Starch); 1 Lean Meat; 1 1/2 Vegetable; 0 Fat.
NOTES : I added about 1/2 cup quick cooking barley. I also added more chicken broth and less water since I had leftover broth from another recipe. I didn't add the 4 ounce can of chopped green chillies. I also only added 1 teaspoon of chili powder.