Black Bean Vegetable Soup

"Half of the black beans in this spicy soup are pureed with tomatoes, the other half are simmered with carrots, onion and kernels of corn."

For : 8 servings

INGREDIENTS
•1 tablespoon vegetable oil
•1 onion, chopped
•1 clove garlic, minced
•2 carrots, chopped
•2 teaspoons chili powder
•1 teaspoon ground cumin
•4 cups vegetable stock
•2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
•1 (8.75 ounce) can whole kernel corn
•1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
•1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes

DIRECTIONS

1.In large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat; cook onion, garlic, and carrots, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until onion is softened. Add chili powder and cumin; cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add stock, 1 can of the beans, corn, and pepper; bring to boil.

2.Meanwhile, in food processor or blender, puree together tomatoes and remaining can of beans; add to pot. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until carrots are tender.

BY: DeeDee
allrecipes.com

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Marinated Tofu

This recipes main ingredients is tofu...I like it, because beside it's cheap it also a healthy food, and yummy too!!!

For : 3 servings

INGREDIENTS
1 pound tofu, plain or seasoned
1 (12 ounce) bottle barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil

DIRECTIONS
Drain tofu and cut into slices or cubes, depending upon your recipe. Place in a shallow dish, and coat with barbeque sauce. Cover, and refrigerate 3 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook with a small amount of sauce, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. Return tofu to the baking dish.
Bake in preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes.

From: allrecipes.com

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