Tomato Bean Casserole
Beans are delicious, filling food. This casserole is very satisfying. Serve with a simple salad for a complete meal.
Ingredients
2 -1 lb. pkgs dried navy, northern or 17 bean mixture
1 large onion, chopped
3 stalks celery, diced
6 large cloves garlic
2 t. smoked paprika
2 carrots, diced
2 cans tomato paste
1 large can diced tomatoes
2 ½ cups water
1 t. Italian seasoning
1 t. oregano
1 t. salt
1 t. black ground pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven 350 degrees
Overnight soak beans or quick soak beans according to package and add 1 t. of baking soda to water. Drain and rinse beans.
In large Dutch oven, add onion, celery, carrots and garlic with ½ cup of water. Saute for 4 or 5 minutes until soft. Add prepared beans to veggies.
Combine smoked paprika, tomatoes, water, Italian Seasoning, oregano, salt and pepper. Mix well and cook for 2 ½ to 3 hours.
Serve in bowl with cornbread, green salad and fresh fruit.
