An economical, wholesome Mediterranean-style
meatless main dish made with navy beans, tomato puree, fat-free
cheddar cheese and reduced fat mozzarella cheese.
Savory Navy Bean
Casserole
2 (15-ounce) cans navy beans, drained and
rinsed.
1 (10-ounce) can tomato purée, no salt added
1 cup shredded fat-free cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded light, reduced-fat mozzarella
2 tablespoons dried oregano
- Lightly spray an 8 1/2 x 11-inch casserole
dish with cooking spray.
- Mix cooked beans with tomato purée,
and pour into dish.
- Combine cheeses and oregano, and spread
on top of beans.
- Bake uncovered at 275°F (135°C)
for 1 hour.
Makes 8 servings.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (per serving)Servings
per recipe: 8; Serving size: 1 cup; Calories: 204; Carbohydrates:
26g; Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 7mg; Protein: 20g; Fiber: 8g; Sodium:
274mg
FOOD EXCHANGES: 1 1/2 starch/bread; 2 lean
meat
Recipe provided courtesy Michigan Bean Commisson.
