PINTO BEAN STEW

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This thick, hearty stew is loaded with beans and vegetables and makes a wonderful supper on cold winter days. I sometimes serve it over rice for a fun change of pace. It also freezes well. -Gina Passantino, Arlington, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup dried pinto beans
2 cups cold water
1/2 cup chopped carrot
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash cayenne pepper
1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 to 3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

Sort beans and rinse with cold water. Place the beans in a large saucepan; add water to cover by 2 in. Bring to a boil; boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 1 hour. , Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Return beans to the pan; add the cold water, carrot, garlic, chili powder, salt and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 45 minutes or until beans are almost tender., In a skillet coated with cooking spray, saute the corn, onion and green pepper until tender. Add to the bean mixture. Cover and cook for 45 minutes. , Stir in the tomatoes, vinegar and sugar. Cook 5 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges