Greek Cannellini Beans With Vegetables

* Exported from MasterCook II *

GREEK CANNELLINI BEANS WITH VEGETABLES

Recipe By :MEALS WITHOUT MEAT SHOW #5005
Serving Size : Preparation Time :
Categories :New Text Import

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
1 cup orzo pasta
2 quarts water
3 garlic cloves, -- minced
2 cups chopped onions
1/4 cup olive oil -- (divided )
2 cups diced carrots
1 red bell pepper, -- diced
1 medium yellow crookneck or zucchini squash, -- chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill, -- minced
1 teaspoon fresh marjoram leaves
3 cups cooked and drained cannellini beans -- or one=
(15-ounce)
14 ounce can artichoke hearts, -- drained and chopped
14 1/2 ounce can Italian style stewed tomatoes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Red wine vinegar


In a large covered pot, bring water to a boil. Add orzo to water and return
to boil. Simmer about 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and add 2
tablespoons olive oil. Stir well and set aside. Saute garlic and onions in
2 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots
and bell peppers to skillet and stir well. Add squash to skillet with beans
and vegetables and mix well. Add dill, mint and marjoram. Gently stir in
cannellini beans, artichoke hearts and stewed tomatoes. Simmer several
minutes. Add orzo to hot beans and vegetables. Add salt and pepper to
taste. Serve hot with a splash of red wine vinegar.

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -