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Black Bean Sandwich Spread
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Servings
Servings:
12

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Black Bean Sandwich Spread

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Description

Black beans make a great addition to many dishes including sandwiches.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • ½ cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2½ teaspoons lemon juice
  • a teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ cup bell pepper, finely chopped
Directions

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 F. Combine all ingredients except cheese in a blender or food processor; mix until smooth. Pour mixture into greased 8- by 8-inch pan; spread evenly. Sprinkle cheese over mixture. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.

Dietary and Nutrition

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For those who have food allergies or follow special diets (such as vegetarian or gluten-free), beans are valuable because they provide nutrients, including fiber, protein, and many vitamins and minerals, that may be missing or low in specialized diets.

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Beans are one of the most commonly eaten foods around the world because of their versatility, nutritional value and cost effectiveness.

On the Pulse of Healthful Eating Using More Pulse Foods In Your Diet (FN1714, Reviewed March 2024)

Pulses are a type of legume characterized by seeds that grow in pods. These ancient crops have been used in worldwide cuisine for thousands of years. Pulses include chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans), lentils and dry peas.

This recipe was analyzed for nutrition using Food Processor SQL Nutrition and Fitness Software and tested in the kitchen.

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