Texas Pita

* Exported from MasterCook *

TEXAS PITA

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Serving Size : 5 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Main dish Mcdougall
Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 c Yellow onion, diced
1/2 c Carrot, peeled and grated
3/4 c Green bell pepper, diced
2 ts Chili powder
1 tb Garlic, crushed
1 t Cilantro, chopped
1/2 ts Thyme
1/2 ts Cumin seed, ground
1/2 ts Sea salt
1/2 ts Black pepper
1 c Whole corn, fresh or frozen
1 c Pinto beans, cooked
5 Whole wheat pita, cut in 1/2
10 Lettuce leaves, chopped
10 Slices tomato, 1/4" thick

In some water (in a non-stick pan), saute the
vegetables (except corn) and spices over medium heat
for about 5 minutes. Add the corn and cooked beans.
Continue to cook until the beans and corn are hot. Lay
the pita on its side. Add a slice of tomato, 1/2 cup
of the filling and lettuce. Serve hot.

From "Natural Health" magazine, May/June 1993



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